cerradas
“cerradas” means “closed” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
closed
Also: shut
📝 In Action
Las ventanas están cerradas por el frío.
A1The windows are closed because of the cold.
Las tiendas de regalos están cerradas los domingos.
A2The gift shops are closed on Sundays.
En invierno, algunas carreteras están cerradas por la nieve.
A2In winter, some roads are closed due to the snow.
reserved
Also: closed-minded, withdrawn
📝 In Action
Ellas son personas muy cerradas y no comparten sus ideas.
B1They are very reserved people and don't share their ideas.
Las comunidades rurales a veces son más cerradas a los cambios.
B2Rural communities are sometimes more closed-minded about changes.
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Which sentence correctly uses 'cerradas' to describe a personality trait?
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Comes from the verb 'cerrar,' which evolved from the Vulgar Latin word *serrare*, meaning 'to bolt or lock.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the base verb for 'cerradas'?
The base verb is 'cerrar,' which means 'to close' or 'to shut.' 'Cerradas' is the feminine plural form of its past participle, which functions as an adjective.
¿Cerradas or ¿Cerrado? How do I choose?
It depends entirely on the noun you are describing. If the noun is feminine and plural (like 'las escuelas'), use 'cerradas'. If the noun is masculine and singular (like 'el libro'), use 'cerrado'. This is called gender and number agreement.