靠近

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Usage of 靠近

The verb 靠近 (kàojìn) means "to approach" or "to be close to" something physically or spatially. It is commonly used to describe physical proximity between people, places, or objects.

Common contexts

  • Asking someone to move closer: "靠近" (Please come closer).
  • Describing location: "靠近地铁" (close to the subway station).
  • Describing movement towards something: "靠近窗户" (He moved closer to the window).

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Notes

  • 靠近 emphasizes physical closeness and is often used in spoken and written Chinese.
  • It differs from (lí), which indicates distance but does not imply movement towards.
  • Avoid confusing 靠近 with 接近, which can be more formal or abstract; 靠近 is more concrete and physical.

Example Sentences

Please come a little closer, I want to talk to you.

This restaurant is close to the subway station, very convenient.

He moved closer to the window to look at the outside scenery.