open
gb/ˈoʊpən/ us/ˈoʊpən/
A1
ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ
~ 2900
ਅਰਥ
0 ਅਰਥ
ਕਿਰਿਆ
A1
action
1
Move to not be closed
To move something so it is not closed anymore.
ਵਰਤੋਂ ਦਾ ਢਾਂਚਾ:
to open [something]
ਆਮ ਗਲਤੀ:
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'.
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
unfasten (Implies undoing a fastening mechanism, often smaller-scale like buttons or locks.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
close (Means to move something into a shut or sealed position.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
open a door
|open a window
|open a box
|open the lid
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
daily life
|home
|travel
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- Open the door, please.
- I open the box.
- He opens the window.
ਕਿਰਿਆ
A2
action
2
Begin an event officially
To start something like a meeting, shop, or event officially.
ਵਰਤੋਂ ਦਾ ਢਾਂਚਾ:
to open [event/business]
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
launch (Often used for starting new projects or businesses with publicity.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
close (Means to end or shut down an event or business.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
open a meeting
|open a store
|open a ceremony
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
business
|events
|work
|communication
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
unlocked (Specifically means not secured by a lock.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
shut (Means fully closed.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
open door
|open window
|open gate
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- The window is open, so be careful with the papers.
- The door was wide open when we arrived.
- Keep the lid open while stirring.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
available (General term for being ready for use or participation.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
restricted (Limited to certain people or groups.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
open to the public
|open admission
|open competition
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
society
|business
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- The park is open to all.
- This class is open to students.
- The shop is open now.
ਕਿਰਿਆ
B1
action
5
Make available for access/use
To let people use or enter something.
ਵਰਤੋਂ ਦਾ ਢਾਂਚਾ:
to open [something] to [someone]
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
unlock (Metaphorically means enabling access.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
block (To stop access or prevent use.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
open access
|open doors to
|open opportunities
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
business
|society
|communication
|work
|core_vocabulary
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- They opened the archives to researchers.
- The new road will open the area to more tourists.
- We are opening our platform to developers worldwide.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- We open the gate to visitors.
- They open the files to the public.
- The school opens its doors to everyone.
ਵਿਆਕਰਨ
ਸ਼ਬਦਕੋਸ਼ੀ ਰੂਪ
open
IPA
GB/ˈoʊpən/
US/ˈoʊpən/
ਸਿਲੇਬਲ ਅਤੇ ਜ਼ੋਰ
open (1 ਸਿਲੇਬਲ)
Stress on 1st syllable (open)
ਸ਼ਬਦ ਰੂਪ
Adjective
- Base: open
Verb
- Base: open
- 3rd Person Singular: opens
- Present Participle: opening
- Past: opened
ਸ਼ਬਦ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ
ਅਭਿਵੈਕਤੀਆਂ
open for business
1/ˈoʊpən fɚ bˈɪznɪs/
fixed phrase
Ready to serve customers/clients
Ready and prepared to sell goods or services.
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- 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.
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
- The door was left wide open.
- Her eyes were wide open in surprise.