German Conversation · Level 90
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German word
gesperrt
Pronunciation
IPA/gəˈʃpɛɐ̯t/
Meaning
- adjectiveclosed
Example
Die Straße ist gesperrt.
The road is closed.
More examples
Der Parkplatz ist wegen einer Veranstaltung gesperrt.
The parking lot is closed because of an event.
Core concept
A physical or access barrier prevents movement or use.
Common phrases
Zugang gesperrt
access restricted
Parkplatz gesperrt
parking lot closed
vorübergehend gesperrt
temporarily closed
Similar words
versperrt: Obstructed by something blocking an entrance, route, or passage.
verboten: Prohibited by rules, laws, or official instructions.
abgesperrt: Sealed off by authorities to keep people out of a restricted area.
Definition in German
Blockiert oder abgesperrt, sodass Durchgang oder Benutzung verhindert wird.
Word origin
Gesperrt is the past participle of sperren, formed with the participial prefix ge- and ending -t.
Usage tips
- For roads and routes, gesperrt means closed to traffic, while a shop or office is usually described as geschlossen.