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cierre means closure — a common term in Essential Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: January 5, 2026

📘 Essential Spanish

cierre

noun • /[SYE-rre]/

closure

Example:

El museo está en cierre temporal.

The museum is temporarily closed.

🧠 What does cierre mean?

Cierre is a masculine noun that primarily means 'closure' or 'closing'. It refers to the act or effect of closing something. This can be literal, such as the closing of a door or a business at the end of the day, or figurative, like the conclusion of an event, a deal, or a period. Additionally, 'cierre' can refer to a physical fastening device, such as a zipper, clasp, or lock, that is used to close something.

📚 Extra examples

  • El cierre de la tienda es a las ocho de la noche.
    The store's closing time is at eight in the evening.
  • Se me ha roto el cierre de la chaqueta.
    The zipper on my jacket has broken.
  • El discurso del director marcó el cierre del congreso.
    The director's speech marked the closure of the conference.
  • Tras la discusión, ambos necesitaban un cierre para seguir adelante.
    After the argument, both of them needed closure to move on.
  • El cierre de la calle principal causó mucho tráfico.
    The closure of the main street caused a lot of traffic.

💡 Did You Know?

'Cierre' comes from the verb 'cerrar', which means 'to close'. This connection is clear in many common business phrases, such as 'cierre de caja' (closing the cash register) or 'cierre de año fiscal' (end of the fiscal year), which refer to the formal act of concluding financial activities for a specific period.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "cierre"

Synonyms: clausura, finalización, conclusión, cremallera, cerrojo
Opposites: apertura, inauguración, inicio, comienzo

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'closure' in Spanish?
The most common and direct translation for 'closure' is 'cierre'. For the formal end of an event, 'clausura' can also be used.
How do you pronounce 'cierre' in Spanish?
It is pronounced 'SYEH-rreh'. The 'cie' sounds like 'syeh', and the 'rre' is a strong, trilled 'r' sound.
How do you use 'cierre' in a sentence?
An example is: 'El cierre de inscripciones es el próximo viernes.' This means 'The registration deadline (closing) is next Friday.'
What is the English translation of 'cierre'?
The English translation can be 'closure', 'closing', 'end', or a type of 'fastener' like a zipper or clasp, depending on the context.
Does 'cierre' change for gender or number?
Cierre is a masculine noun. It does not change for gender. Its plural form is 'cierres'.
Is 'cierre' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'cierre' is a very common word used daily in contexts ranging from business hours and road closures to clothing and emotional experiences.
Does 'cierre' have slang or double meanings?
'Cierre' does not have common slang meanings. Its use is generally quite direct, referring to the act of closing, the end of something, or a fastener.
Is 'cierre' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
For a zipper on clothing, 'cierre' is common in Spain. In many parts of Latin America, the word 'cremallera' is more frequently used. For other meanings, such as the closing of a business or the end of an event, 'cierre' is universally understood.

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