閉ざす

To firmly shut, seal off, or block completely, applying to physical paths or emotional closure.

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Other forms

閉ざします polite form

閉ざした plain past

閉ざして te-form

閉ざされる passive form

鎖す rare kanji

1 Transitive Verb

To shut, block, or seal off

Refers to blocking a path, entrance, or light source completely to prevent passage or visibility.

Example

その門は固く閉ざされていた。

That gate was shut tight.

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2 Transitive Verb

To close off (emotionally)

Describes the metaphorical act of shutting one’s heart or mind to refuse connection with others.

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閉ざす

とざす

To firmly shut, seal off, or block completely, applying to physical paths or emotional closure.

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