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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