What does the JLPT N4 word "閉まる" mean?

The N4 word "閉まる" (しまる (shimaru)) means "to close (intransitive)". It is an essential vocabulary item for the JLPT exam.

Can you give an example sentence for "閉まる"?

Yes, a common example is: "ドアが閉まります。" which translates to "The door closes.".

しまる (shimaru)

閉まる

to close (intransitive)

💡 Nuance & Usage: Intransitive verb. Used when something closes by itself or is closed by an unspecified agent. For transitive 'to close (something)', 閉める (shimeru) is used.

📝 Example Sentences

ドアが閉まります。

The door closes.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "閉まる"!

窓が____ています。

🎉 正解 / Correct!

日本語: 「窓」が自然に閉じることを表す動詞は「閉まる」です。
English: The verb to describe a window closing naturally is 'shimaru'.

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