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March 24, 2026
关闭(關閉)guānbì(guan1bi4)
The verb 关闭 (guān bì) means to close or shut something, typically referring to doors, windows, or even digital applications. It is commonly used in both everyday contexts and formal settings, indicating the action of bringing something to a state of closure, whether physical or metaphorical.
Frequency#2087DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, closing a door can symbolize new beginnings or the end of a phase, often reflected in traditional practices like closing the door at the end of a lunar new year celebration to ward off bad luck.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big gate (关) that needs to be shut (闭) to protect what’s inside. Picture this gate being closed tightly, ensuring safety. The sound of 'guan' is like a gate creaking as it closes, while 'bi' sounds like the final click of the lock, sealing the gate shut.
Meanings of 关闭
guānbì(guan1bi4)
1to close
2to shut
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About 关闭
关闭Simplified
關閉Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2087Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
关闭 (guānbì) vs 封闭 (fēngbì) — use 关闭 for general closing actions, while 封闭 implies sealing or enclosing something to prevent access.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big gate (关) that needs to be shut (闭) to protect what’s inside. Picture this gate being closed tightly, ensuring safety. The sound of 'guan' is like a gate creaking as it closes, while 'bi' sounds like the final click of the lock, sealing the gate shut.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 关闭 with other similar verbs like 关 (to close) or 封 (to seal), which may imply different degrees of closure. In formal contexts, using 关闭 is appropriate, while in casual conversation, simply saying 关 might suffice. Pay attention to the tone; mispronouncing the tones can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 关闭 connects with related terms such as 开 (open) and 闭 (close), enhancing your vocabulary around actions involving opening and closing. Focus on practicing sentences that incorporate 关闭 in various contexts to solidify its usage.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, closing a door can symbolize new beginnings or the end of a phase, often reflected in traditional practices like closing the door at the end of a lunar new year celebration to ward off bad luck.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 关闭 with the simpler 关. For example, saying '我关这个门' (I close this door) is acceptable, but using '我关闭这个门' can sound overly formal. Choose based on context.
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Grammar Patterns of 关闭
关闭 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
The RSC was calling a press conference to announce the theatre's closure.
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公路巡警关闭了这条路。
gōng lù xún jǐng guān bì le zhè tiáo lù。
Highway patrol officers closed the road.
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注意：办事处从7月1日起将关闭。
zhù yì： ： bàn shì chǔ7 cóng1 7 yuè 1 rì qǐ。
NB The office will be closed from 1 July.
Cultural Notes for 关闭
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, closing a door can symbolize new beginnings or the end of a phase, often reflected in traditional practices like closing the door at the end of a lunar new year celebration to ward off bad luck.
Frequently Asked Questions about 关闭
Yes, 关闭 is versatile and can be used in both formal and informal situations.
关闭 is more formal and implies a complete closure, while 关 is more casual and can refer to closing in a general sense.
You would typically use 关闭 when referring to closing doors, windows, or applications, especially in written or formal communication.
