abrir
to open
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/aˈβɾiɾ/
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Cultural Note
Abrir has an irregular past participle: 'abierto.' Spanish shop hours can be surprising — many stores close for a long lunch break (2-5 PM) and reopen in the evening, so knowing when things 'abren' and 'cierran' is essential.
📝 Example Sentences
Abre la ventana, por favor, hace calor.
Open the window, please, it's hot.
La tienda abre a las nueve de la mañana.
The store opens at nine in the morning.