Close in Tagalog

“Close” in Tagalog translates to “Isara” (verb – to shut), “Malapit” (adjective – near), or “Sarado” (adjective – shut/closed). The meaning depends on context—whether you’re closing a door, describing proximity, or ending something. Discover the complete breakdown of this versatile English word and how Filipinos use it in everyday conversation below.

[Words] = Close

[Definition]:

• Close /kloʊz/ (verb)
• Verb 1: To shut something; to bring together the parts of something.
• Verb 2: To end or conclude something.
• Close /kloʊs/ (adjective)
• Adjective 1: Near in space, time, or relationship.
• Adjective 2: Intimate or familiar.
• Close /kloʊz/ (noun)
• Noun: The end or conclusion of something.

[Synonyms] = Isara, Sarado, Magsara, Malapit, Halos, Sikip, Tiyak, Wakas, Pagtatapos

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: Please close the door when you leave the room.
– Ex1_PH: Mangyaring isara ang pinto kapag umalis ka sa kwarto.

– Ex2_EN: The store will close at 9 PM tonight.
– Ex2_PH: Ang tindahan ay magsasara sa 9 PM ngayong gabi.

– Ex3_EN: My house is very close to the school.
– Ex3_PH: Ang aking bahay ay napakalapit sa paaralan.

– Ex4_EN: We are close friends since childhood.
– Ex4_PH: Kami ay malapit na mga kaibigan mula pagkabata.

– Ex5_EN: The competition was close, but our team won.
– Ex5_PH: Ang kumpetisyon ay halos pantay, ngunit nanalo ang aming koponan.