chiudere
to close
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈkju.de.re/
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Cultural Note
'Chiudere un occhio' (to close one eye) means to turn a blind eye. Italy's famous 'chiuso per ferie' (closed for holidays) signs appear every August when businesses shut for summer vacation.
📝 Example Sentences
Chiudi la porta, per favore.
Close the door, please.
Il museo chiude alle sei.
The museum closes at six.
Hanno chiuso il ristorante per ristrutturazione.
They closed the restaurant for renovation.