gate
beginnerA1/ɡeɪt/ · gate
A barrier or entranceway that can be opened or closed.
Meanings
A barrier or entranceway that can be opened or closed.
ایک رکاوٹ یا دروازہ جو کھولا یا بند کیا جا سکتا ہے۔
دروازہ
darwaza
Common Collocations
- front gate
- garden gate
- secure gate
Example Sentences
Please close the gate after entering.
داخل ہونے کے بعد دروازہ بند کریں۔
Dakhil honay ke baad darwaza band karein.
The garden gate is painted green.
باغ کا دروازہ سبز رنگ کا ہے۔
Bagh ka darwaza sabz rang ka hai.
They installed a new gate at the entrance.
انہوں نے داخلی دروازے پر نیا دروازہ نصب کیا۔
Unhon ne daakhili darwazay par naya darwaza nasb kiya.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a gate as a 'gateway' to new experiences.
Imagine a big, ornate gate leading to a beautiful garden.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
خود کو پیش کر دو دروازے پر، جو پاؤ گے محبت ہے سبھی کا فنا۔
Khud ko pesh kar do darwazay par, jo paoge mohabbat hai sabhi ka fana.
Present yourself at the gate, what you find is the annihilation of love for all.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
دروازہ بند ہوتا ہے، موقع جائے گا۔
Darwaza band hota hai, mauqa jayega.
The door closes, and the opportunity will go.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "gæta" — to have, to guard
First known use: before 12th century
The word 'gate' has been used in English since the Old English period, evolving from a term meaning 'to have' or 'to guard'. Its usage has spread to various contexts associated with entries and exits.