Engelsk

open

gb/ˈoʊpən/ us/ˈoʊpən/
A1 Engelsk
~ 2900
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Udsagnsord A1 action
1

Move to not be closed

To move something so it is not closed anymore.

Brugsmønster: to open [something]
Typisk fejl:
Learners sometimes confuse 'open' with 'turn on' when referring to electrical devices. For example, 'open the TV' is incorrect; it should be 'turn on the TV'.
Synonymer
unfasten (Implies undoing a fastening mechanism, often smaller-scale like buttons or locks.)
Antonymer
close (Means to move something into a shut or sealed position.)
Ordforbindelser
open a door |open a window |open a box |open the lid
Temaer
daily life |home |travel |daily_life |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • She opened the door to let in some fresh air.
  • Please open the window; it's too hot in here.
  • I opened the box and found a gift inside.
Læringseksempler
  • Open the door, please.
  • I open the box.
  • He opens the window.
Udsagnsord A2 action
2

Begin an event officially

To start something like a meeting, shop, or event officially.

Brugsmønster: to open [event/business]
Synonymer
launch (Often used for starting new projects or businesses with publicity.)
Antonymer
close (Means to end or shut down an event or business.)
Ordforbindelser
open a meeting |open a store |open a ceremony
Temaer
business |events |work |communication
Eksempler
  • The mayor opened the new art gallery last night.
  • We will open the store at 9 a.m.
  • She opened the meeting by thanking everyone for coming.
Læringseksempler
  • The shop opens at eight.
  • He opens the meeting.
  • They open the new school today.
adjective A1 property
3

Not closed or fastened

Not closed; able to enter or see through.

Synonymer
unlocked (Specifically means not secured by a lock.)
Antonymer
shut (Means fully closed.)
Ordforbindelser
open door |open window |open gate
Temaer
daily life |daily_life |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • The window is open, so be careful with the papers.
  • The door was wide open when we arrived.
  • Keep the lid open while stirring.
Læringseksempler
  • The door is open.
  • My window is open.
  • The box is open.
adjective A2 property
4

Accessible to everyone

Available for all people to join or use.

Synonymer
available (General term for being ready for use or participation.)
Antonymer
restricted (Limited to certain people or groups.)
Ordforbindelser
open to the public |open admission |open competition
Temaer
society |business |daily_life |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • The park is open to the public all year round.
  • This job is open to applicants from any country.
  • The library is open until 8 p.m.
Læringseksempler
  • The park is open to all.
  • This class is open to students.
  • The shop is open now.
Udsagnsord B1 action
5

Make available for access/use

To let people use or enter something.

Brugsmønster: to open [something] to [someone]
Synonymer
unlock (Metaphorically means enabling access.)
Antonymer
block (To stop access or prevent use.)
Ordforbindelser
open access |open doors to |open opportunities
Temaer
business |society |communication |work |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • They opened the archives to researchers.
  • The new road will open the area to more tourists.
  • We are opening our platform to developers worldwide.
Læringseksempler
  • We open the gate to visitors.
  • They open the files to the public.
  • The school opens its doors to everyone.
Grammatik
Opslagsform
open
IPA
GB/ˈoʊpən/
US/ˈoʊpən/
Stavelser og tryk
open (1 stavelse)
Stress on 1st syllable (open)
Ordformer
Adjective
  • Base: open
Verb
  • Base: open
  • 3rd Person Singular: opens
  • Present Participle: opening
  • Past: opened
Ordfamilie
Forms
opens verb opening verb A2 opened verb
Related words
reopen verb B1 opener noun A2 openly adverb B1
Negative and opposite forms
close verb A1 closed adjective unopened adjective
Advanced or less common
openness noun B2
Udtryk

open for business

1
/ˈoʊpən fɚ bˈɪznɪs/
fixed phrase

Ready to serve customers/clients

Ready and prepared to sell goods or services.

Eksempler
  • The store is now open for business after renovations.
  • Despite the storm, most shops were open for business.

open season (on)

1
/ˈoʊpən sˈizən ˈɔn/
idiom

Period when attack/criticism allowed/easy

A time when it is easy or allowed to attack, criticize, or hunt someone or something.

Eksempler
  • It's open season on corrupt politicians right now.
  • Deer hunting open season starts next week.

open up

1
/ˈoʊpən ˈʌp/
phrasal verb

Become/make accessible or receptive

To make something easier to enter or use, or to talk more freely about feelings.

Eksempler
  • The new policy will open up more opportunities for small businesses.
  • He finally opened up about his childhood.

out in the open

1
/ˈaʊt ˈɪn ðə ˈoʊpən/
idiom

Visible and not hidden

In a place where people can see; not secret anymore.

Eksempler
  • Their relationship is now out in the open.
  • We need to bring these issues out in the open.

wide open

1
/wˈaɪd ˈoʊpən/
fixed phrase

Completely open/unrestricted

Fully open without anything blocking it, or with no limits.

Eksempler
  • The door was left wide open all night.
  • The race is wide open this year.

wide open

2
/wˈaɪd ˈoʊpən/
fixed phrase

Completely open and unrestricted

Completely open, with nothing blocking it.

Eksempler
  • The door was left wide open.
  • Her eyes were wide open in surprise.

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