Enclose Meaning in English
word
ɪnˈkɫoʊz
in-KLOHZ
ɛnklˈəʊz
en-KLOHZ
Definition
To surround something completely, or to put something extra (like a document) in a letter or package.
Usage & Nuances
'Enclose' is somewhat formal, often used in business or written communication ('Please enclose a copy...'). In physical contexts, 'enclose' means to surround with a fence, wall, etc. Not to be confused with 'include' (general adding) or 'attach' (especially for digital files). Common in instructions and polite requests.
Spanish: adjuntar - encerrarPortuguese (BR): anexar - cercarPortuguese (PT): anexar - cercarChinese (Simplified): 附上 - 围住Chinese (Traditional): 附上 - 圍住Hindi: संलग्न करना - घेरनाArabic: إرفاق - إحاطةBengali: বেষ্টিত করা - সংযুক্ত করা (চিঠির সাথে)Russian: окружать - вложить (в письмо)Japanese: 囲む - 同封するVietnamese: bao quanh - đính kèm (vào thư)Korean: 둘러싸다 - 동봉하다Turkish: çevrelemek - eklemek (mektuba)Urdu: گھیرنا - لف کرنا (خط کے ساتھ)Indonesian: bao quanh - đính kèm (vào thư)
Example Sentences
Please enclose a photo with your application.
basic
A wall encloses the garden.
basic
Be sure to enclose all required documents.
basic
I've enclosed a check for payment in the envelope.
natural
The park is enclosed by tall trees, making it very quiet.
natural
If you don't enclose the receipt, they won't process your refund.
natural