adjective
gesperrt
closed · block · lock
Etwas ist nicht zugänglich oder darf nicht benutzt werden.
The German word "gesperrt" is the past participle of the verb "sperren" and functions as an adjective meaning "blocked," "closed," or "locked."
- Sperren means "to block," "to lock," or "to close off."
- "Gesperrt" describes something that has been restricted or made inaccessible, such as a road, an account, or a facility.
Similar words:
- blockiert (blocked)
- geschlossen (closed)
- versperrt (obstructed, locked)
Difference:
- "Gesperrt" often implies official or intentional closure or blocking.
- "Blockiert" can mean physically blocked, not necessarily official.
- "Geschlossen" means closed, more general (e.g., a store).
- "Versperrt" often implies something is obstructed or barricaded, sometimes informal or physical hindrance.
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Examples
Die Straße ist heute gesperrt.adjective
The road is closed today.
Der Zugang wurde gesperrt.adjective
The access was blocked.
Sein Konto wurde temporär gesperrt.adjective
His account was temporarily blocked.
Plötzlich war die Tür gesperrt.adjective
Suddenly, the door was locked.
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