Открывать

Definition

To move a door, window, or container so it is no longer closed.

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Etymology

The verb 'открывать' (otkryvat) derives from the Proto-Slavic '*otkrьvati', meaning to open. It emphasizes the action of unlocking or revealing, important in many cultural contexts.

How & Where It’s Used

'Открывать' is appropriate for both spoken and written language, commonly used in formal and informal situations, especially when discussing beginnings or opportunities.

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