close window

[kloʊz 'wɪndoʊ]
verb phrase
fechar janela
1. To shut a window by moving the sash or frame into a closed position
Please close the window before you leave the room.
Por favor, feche a janela antes de sair do quarto.
2. To shut down or exit a software application window on a computer
Click the X button to close the window.
Clique no botão X para fechar a janela.
In computing contexts, 'close window' is standard terminology in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In household contexts, it's a common practical instruction. The phrase is universally understood across both cultures with minimal variation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shut windowseal windowexit window
Antonyms / Antônimos
open windowraise window

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fechar janela
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
fechar a janela
Uses definite article; common in informal speech
São Paulo
fechar janela
Standard usage, both physical and digital contexts
Portugal
fechar a janela
European Portuguese prefers the definite article

Related Words

window panewindow framewindow sillwindow latch

Related Idioms & Phrases

close the window on an opportunity
window of opportunity
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