zumachen

hat zugemacht · machte zu
Based on: machen, zu
Goethe A2 zu verb
1.

to close

Opposite: aufmachen
(More common than "schließen", but it does NOT imply locking by key. Also, it does not work for stuff closing automatically. )
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Examples
  • Ich mache das Fenster zu.
  • I close the window.
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Prefix Verb Explained – “aufmachen”

A quick look at "aufmachen" and why it doesn't only mean "to open". Also: a look at the secret behind the r-verion and the super useful "raufmachen".

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“machen” and its versions – The Quiz

In this quiz, we'll learn and practice the various prefix versions of "machen" - aufmachen, ausmachen, rausmachen and so on. It'll be... fun!

Vocab: anmachen, aufmachen, raufmachen, ausmachen, rausmachen, einmachen, reinmachen, ummachen, vormachen, nachmachen,

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How many meanings does the German word 'zumachen' have?

zumachen has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to close.

What is the past tense of 'zumachen'?

hat zugemacht / machte zu

What is 'zumachen' related to?

The word 'zumachen' is related to machen and zu.

Where can I learn more about 'zumachen'?

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Prefix Verb Explained – “aufmachen”
A quick look at "aufmachen" and why it doesn't only mean "to open". Also: a look at the secret behind the r-verion and the super useful "raufmachen".
Read article

“machen” and its versions – The Quiz
In this quiz, we'll learn and practice the various prefix versions of "machen" - aufmachen, ausmachen, rausmachen and so on. It'll be... fun!
Vocab: anmachen, aufmachen, raufmachen, ausmachen, rausmachen, einmachen, reinmachen, ummachen, vormachen, nachmachen,
Read article