Proche (en. Close)

/pʁoʃ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is at a short distance from something.
She lives in a neighborhood close to downtown.
Elle habite dans un quartier proche du centre-ville.
Which has a strong familial or affectionate bond.
They are close relatives.
Ils sont proches parents.
Which is imminent in time.
The departure is near.
Le départ est proche.

Etymology

From the Latin 'proximus', which means 'the nearest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

close to
near something or someone.
proche de
to be close
to have an intimate relationship.
être proche
to bring close
to make something accessible or immediate.
mettre en proche

Related Words

proximity
State of being close.
proximité
neighbor
Person living nearby.
voisin
affinity
Connection or shared interest.
affinité

Slang Meanings

Very close to someone.
We are super close; we do everything together.
On est super proches, on fait tout ensemble.
To be about to do something.
I am close to finishing my project.
Je suis proche de finir mon projet.