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English - Ukrainian

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.

двері, дверцята, вхід, дверна ручка, дверний просвіт

Door meanings in Ukrainian

двері

Example:
Please close the door.
Будь ласка, закрий двері.
She opened the door quietly.
Вона тихо відкрила двері.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in everyday situations when referring to a physical entrance or exit of a room or building.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'door', referring to a movable barrier used to close off an entrance.

дверцята

Example:
The cupboard has a small door.
У шафі є маленькі дверцята.
He opened the car door.
Він відкрив дверцята автомобіля.
Usage: informalContext: Refers specifically to the smaller doors or flaps, such as those found on cabinets or vehicles.
Note: Often used to describe doors that are not main entrances, but rather smaller or secondary doors.

вхід

Example:
The main door is at the front of the building.
Головний вхід знаходиться на фасаді будівлі.
We waited at the entrance door.
Ми чекали біля вхідних дверей.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to the entrance to a building or a specific area.
Note: This term emphasizes the aspect of entry rather than the physical door itself.

дверна ручка

Example:
The door handle is broken.
Дверна ручка зламана.
He turned the door handle to enter.
Він повернув дверну ручку, щоб увійти.
Usage: informalContext: Refers specifically to the handle or knob used to operate a door.
Note: This term focuses on the mechanism that allows the door to be opened or closed.

дверний просвіт

Example:
The door frame needs to be fixed.
Дверний просвіт потрібно відремонтувати.
He stood in the door frame.
Він стояв у дверному просвіті.
Usage: formalContext: Refers to the space or frame around the door itself.
Note: This term is more technical and is often used in construction or architecture discussions.

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.
Двері зачинені.
Please close the front door.
Будь ласка, зачиніть вхідні двері.
The gate is made of iron.
Ворота зроблені з заліза.

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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