verb
nähern
approach
Es bedeutet, sich auf etwas oder jemanden zuzubewegen oder den Abstand zu verringern.
The German verb "nähern" means "to approach" or "to come closer". It is related to the adjective "nah", which means "near" or "close".
Similar words include:
- sich annähern (to approximate, to get closer)
- annähern (to approximate)
- herankommen (to come near)
- bewegen (to move, in some contexts)
Difference:
- "nähern" often denotes the physical or figurative act of moving closer to a person, object, or condition.
- "sich annähern" is reflexive and emphasizes the process of approaching or narrowing a gap, often used for people or concepts.
- "herankommen" usually implies coming closer physically from the listener’s perspective.
- "bewegen" is broader, meaning just "to move," without implying proximity.
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Examples
Wir nähern uns dem Ziel.verb
We are approaching the goal.
Sie nähert sich vorsichtig der Katze.verb
She cautiously approaches the cat.
Du näherst dich vorsichtig der Katze.verb
You approach the cat cautiously.
Sie nähert sich vorsichtig dem Tier.verb
She cautiously approaches the animal.
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