Absperren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Absperren" is used as verb with the meaning of "block off", "cordon off" or "close off".

Essential properties of "absperren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: absperren
  • Simple past: sperrte ab
  • Participle: abgesperrt

See full conjugation of absperren

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "absperren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To cordon off or block an area"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Polizei hat die Straße abgesperrt.The police have blocked off the street.
  2. Bitte sperren Sie den Eingang ab.Please block off the entrance.
  3. Das Gelände wurde wegen Bauarbeiten abgesperrt.The area was cordoned off due to construction work.

2.) "To shut off a supply"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Techniker hat das Gas abgesperrt.The technician has shut off the gas.
  2. Bitte sperren Sie das Wasser ab.Please turn off the water.
  3. Der Strom wurde wegen Wartung abgesperrt.The electricity was shut off for maintenance.
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