How Do You Spell REOPENED?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪˈə͡ʊpənd] (IPA)

The word "reopened" is spelled with the prefix "re" (pronounced as "ri") meaning "again," and the verb "open" (pronounced as "o-puh-n"). The phonetic transcription of "reopened" in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /riːˈəʊpənd/. The first syllable "ri" is pronounced with a long "i" sound, the second syllable "əʊ" is pronounced as the "oh" sound, and the final syllable "pənd" sounds like "puhnd." This word is commonly used to describe the act of opening something again after it was closed previously.

REOPENED Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "reopened" is an adjective that refers to the act of starting again or renewing an activity, facility, object, or establishment that was previously closed, shut down or inactive. It indicates the resumption of operations, services, or access to a place that was previously unavailable, inaccessible, or temporarily ceased. When something is reopened, it implies that the temporary state of closure or inactivity has come to an end, allowing the entity or location to become operational once again.

    This term commonly applies to various contexts, such as businesses, schools, public spaces, tourist attractions, theaters, restaurants, airports, or any other type of establishment that can be temporarily closed due to various reasons like repairs, maintenance, renovations, legal procedures, safety concerns, or unexpected events. Reopening typically requires addressing the issues that led to the closure or inactivity and implementing necessary measures to ensure the safety, efficiency, or quality of the reopened entity.

    In the aftermath of natural disasters, pandemics, or emergencies, the process of reopening often involves assessing and reducing risks, implementing preventive measures, and following guidelines set by relevant authorities to safeguard individuals involved. Governments, organizations, or individuals usually announce or inform the public about the reopening date, which serves as a signal for people to return, access, or engage with the reopened entity or location. The term "reopened" thus characterizes the state of resuming or restoring normal operations after a period of closure or inactivity.

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Etymology of REOPENED

The word "reopened" is a combination of the prefix "re-" and the word "opened".

The prefix "re-" is derived from the Latin prefix "re-" or "red-", which means "again" or "back". It indicates repetition or the return to a previous condition or state.

The word "opened" is derived from the Old English word "openian", which means "to open" or "to unfasten". It has Germanic roots, being connected to the Old High German word "offan". Over time, the word evolved and has been used in various contexts, often referring to the act of unveiling, uncovering, or beginning access to something.

By combining the prefix "re-" and the word "opened", we create the word "reopened", which generally means "opened again" or "opened once more".

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Conjugate verb Reopened

CONDITIONAL

I would reopen
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FUTURE

I will reopen
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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I reopen
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PRESENT PERFECT

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I am reopening
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