Opens Meaning in English
word · lemma: open
Definition
Third-person singular form of 'open'. It means to make something not closed, to become available or start operating, or to begin something such as a meeting, show, or conversation.
Usage & Nuances
Common patterns: 'open the door', 'the store opens at 9', 'open a meeting', 'open with a joke'. It can be transitive ('She opens the window') or intransitive in some contexts ('The museum opens early'). Learners often confuse 'opens' with 'is open': 'The shop opens at 9' = it starts business at 9; 'The shop is open' = it is already operating.
Example Sentences
He opens the window every morning.
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The shop opens at nine.
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She opens her book and starts to read.
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He always opens the meeting with a quick joke.
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When the app opens, tap the blue button.
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That song opens the album really well.
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