cerca
close · near
Puede ser una construcción de madera o metal que marca un límite, o también puede indicar que algo está a poca distancia.
Definition & meaning
The word cerca has two primary meanings depending on its grammatical function:
- Adverb/Adjective (Proximity): Refers to being close in distance, time, or relationship. It indicates that something is at a short distance from a reference point.
- Noun (Structure): Refers to a fence, wall, or barrier built to enclose, protect, or delimit a piece of land, a garden, or a property.
Grammar & Word origin
- Adverb/Adjective: Derived from the Latin word circa, meaning "around" or "near." It is an invariable word when used as an adverb.
- Noun: Derived from the Latin circare, which relates to the action of going around or encircling a space.
- Grammatical classification: It can function as an adverb (indicating proximity), a preposition (when followed by de), or a feminine noun.
Synonyms & antonyms
As an adverb of proximity:
As a noun (fence):
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Examples
La tienda está muy cerca de mi casa.adverb
The store is very close to my house.
Mi escuela está cerca del centro.adverb
My school is near the center.
El supermercado está cerca de aquí.adverb
The supermarket is near here.
La tienda está cerca de mi trabajo.adverb
The store is near my work.
El niño corrió cerca del lago.adverb
The boy ran near the lake.
¿Puedes venir más cerca para hablar conmigo?adverb
Can you come closer to talk with me?
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