fechava

fechava

"Fechava" means "closed" or "was closing" (past tense of "fechar").

Here, 'fechava' refers to a habitual past action of closing the shop.

Ele fechava a loja todos os dias às oito.

He used to close the shop every day at eight.

'Fechava' in this sentence describes a repeated characteristic in the past.

A porta fechava automaticamente ao ser solta.

The door closed automatically when released.

Here, 'fechava' indicates a past action tied to personal routine or circumstances.

Quando estava sozinho, fechava os olhos e se concentrava.

When he was alone, he closed his eyes and focused.