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Door

dɔr
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

ușă, intrare, poartă, ușă de acces

Door meanings in Romanian

ușă

Example:
Please close the door when you leave.
Te rog, închide ușa când pleci.
The door is locked.
Ușa este încuiată.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in everyday conversation when referring to a physical door in a building.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'door' in Romanian, referring to the physical barrier that allows entry or exit.

intrare

Example:
The main door of the building is at the front.
Intrarea principală a clădirii este în față.
They have a side door for emergencies.
Au o intrare laterală pentru situații de urgență.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in contexts where 'door' refers to an entrance or access point.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the function of the door as an entry point rather than just its physical form.

poartă

Example:
The garden gate is a beautiful door.
Poarta din grădină este o ușă frumoasă.
He opened the gate to let the dog out.
A deschis poarta pentru a lăsa câinele afară.
Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to outdoor gates or large doors, often in gardens or yards.
Note: While 'ușă' is used for indoor doors, 'poartă' is more appropriate for gates or large outdoor entrances.

ușă de acces

Example:
The access door is for maintenance only.
Ușa de acces este doar pentru întreținere.
Make sure to use the access door for deliveries.
Asigură-te că folosești ușa de acces pentru livrări.
Usage: formalContext: Used in professional or technical settings to refer to doors designated for specific purposes.
Note: This meaning highlights the functional aspect of a door, often in commercial or industrial contexts.

Door's synonyms

entrance

An entrance is a way into a building or room.
Example: Please use the entrance on the left side.
Note: While a door is a physical barrier that can be opened or closed, an entrance refers to the opening or way into a space.

gateway

A gateway is an entrance or opening that can be closed off by a gate.
Example: The old castle had a grand gateway with intricate carvings.
Note: A gateway often implies a more grand or elaborate entrance compared to a simple door.

portal

A portal is a doorway or entrance, often with a mystical or fantastical connotation.
Example: The portal to the magical realm could only be opened with a special key.
Note: A portal is typically associated with a magical or otherworldly entrance, unlike a regular door.

access point

An access point is a place where entry or access is gained.
Example: The access point to the secure area requires a keycard for entry.
Note: An access point is a more technical term often used in the context of technology or security systems.

Door expressions, common phrases

Behind closed doors

This phrase means that something is done privately or secretly, away from public view.
Example: The decision was made behind closed doors.
Note: The phrase 'behind closed doors' emphasizes privacy or secrecy, while 'door' simply refers to the physical barrier.

Open the door to

To 'open the door to' something means to create an opportunity for it or allow it to happen.
Example: Learning a new language opens the door to new opportunities.
Note: In this idiom, 'open the door to' is metaphorical, indicating the unlocking of possibilities, whereas 'door' refers to a physical barrier.

Close the door on

To 'close the door on' something means to end or reject a particular possibility or opportunity.
Example: She closed the door on her past and started afresh.
Note: While 'door' represents a physical barrier, 'close the door on' implies shutting off a potential pathway or option.

Next door

When something is 'next door', it is located adjacent to or nearby a particular place.
Example: My best friend lives next door to me.
Note: In this phrase, 'next door' indicates proximity, whereas 'door' simply signifies an entryway.

Leave the door open

To 'leave the door open' means to keep an opportunity available or not fully close off a possibility.
Example: We decided to leave the door open for future collaboration.
Note: This phrase suggests maintaining a chance for something to happen, unlike 'door' which is a physical barrier.

At death's door

When someone is 'at death's door', they are very close to dying or extremely ill.
Example: After being sick for weeks, he was at death's door.
Note: This expression conveys a critical medical state, whereas 'door' simply refers to an entrance or exit.

Show someone the door

To 'show someone the door' means to ask someone to leave or dismiss them, often abruptly.
Example: After the argument, the boss showed him the door.
Note: While 'door' is a physical opening, 'show someone the door' signifies a forceful exit or dismissal.

Door everyday (slang) expressions

Knock on wood

This phrase is used to express a hope that something will happen or continue to happen. It is often said while physically knocking on wood to ward off bad luck.
Example: I hope we get the house we applied for, knock on wood.
Note: The original word

Door - Examples

The door is locked.
Ușa este încuiată.
Please close the front door.
Te rog, închide ușa din față.
The gate is made of iron.
Poarta este făcută din fier.

Door grammar

Door - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: door
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): doors
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): door
Syllables, Separation and Stress
door Contains 1 syllables: door
Phonetic transcription: ˈdȯr
door , ˈdȯr (The red syllable is stressed)

Door - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
door: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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