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    Approcha (en. Approached)

    /a.pʁɔ.ʃa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To move closer to something or someone.
    He slowly approached the door.
    Il approcha lentement de la porte.
    To adopt a more intimate or familiar attitude or behavior.
    She approached her friend to talk about her worries.
    Elle approcha son ami pour lui parler de ses soucis.
    To come into contact with something.
    He brought his hand closer to the flame to feel the heat.
    Il approcha sa main de la flamme pour sentir la chaleur.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'approcher', derived from the Latin 'approcare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to approach by leaps and bounds
    To get closer quickly.
    s'approcher à grands pas
    to approach from a viewpoint
    To adopt a perspective on an issue.
    approcher d'un point de vue

    Related Words

    approach
    Action of approaching.
    approche
    proximity
    State of being close.
    proximité
    rapprochement
    Action of bringing closer.
    rapprochement

    Slang Meanings

    To stealthily slide up to someone.
    He approached the girl without her noticing.
    Il a approché la fille sans qu'elle ne s'en rende compte.
    To try to seduce.
    He attempted to approach by complimenting her.
    Il a tenté d'approcher en lui faisant des compliments.