Meaning
亲近 describes a close, warm relationship between people, or the act of drawing near to someone emotionally or physically. It implies genuine affection, familiarity, and trust. The word can be used as both a verb (to become close to, to approach intimately) and an adjective (close, intimate).
Usage
亲近 is commonly used to describe relationships with family members, close friends, or beloved figures. It emphasizes emotional warmth rather than mere physical proximity. Native speakers often use it when talking about children feeling close to parents, people bonding with others, or even humans connecting with nature or animals.
Examples
- 01这个孩子跟奶奶很亲近。.This child is very close to his grandmother.
- 02周末我喜欢去公园亲近自然。.On weekends I like to go to the park to get close to nature.
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Common collocations
- 亲近自然to get close to nature
- 亲近的人close person, intimate
- 和...亲近...to be close with...
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 亲 (親, intimate/親親親親親 亲亲) and 近 (close/near) to create a meaning of emotional or relational closeness, literally 'intimately near.'