סגר

סגר

The Hebrew word "סגר" means "to close," "shut," or "lock."

This usage of 'סגר' refers to a physical action of shutting or closing an object, like a door.

הוא סגר את הדלת כשיצא מהחדר.

He closed the door as he left the room.

In this sentence, 'סגרה' is used to indicate the cessation of operations, specifically the closing of a store for the day.

החנות סגרה את שעריה בשעה שש בערב.

The store closed its doors at six in the evening.

Here, 'סגר' is used as a noun to signify a restriction or lockdown measure imposed to limit movement or activity.

בעקבות המגפה, הממשלה הכריזה על סגר כלל ארצי.

Due to the pandemic, the government declared a nationwide lockdown.