English Word · Beginner
close
to stop trading
Pronunciation: /ˈkləʊz/
Meaning
For a business, to stop serving customers for the day or permanently.
Example
The shop closes at six.
The shop closes at six.
Practice tips
- Practice close out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for beginner-level learners.