Rapproché (en. Close)

/ʁapʁoʃe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Which has been brought closer.

The chairs were brought closer to form a circle.

Les chaises ont été rapprochées pour former un cercle.

Which has become more intimate or similar.

Their relationship has grown closer in recent months.

Leur relation s'est rapprochée ces derniers mois.

In a geographical context, refers to places that are close to each other.

The two cities are now brought closer together thanks to the new highway.

Les deux villes sont désormais rapprochées grâce à la nouvelle autoroute.

Derived from the verb 'rapprocher', from the prefix 're-' (indicating intensification) and 'proche' (near).

close to the hearts

Indicates a stronger emotional connection between people.

rapproché des cœurs

bring viewpoints together

To converge different opinions or ideas.

rapprocher les points de vue

close to nature

To be in close contact with the natural environment.

rapproché de la nature

rapprocher

To make something closer.

rapprocher

Which is at a small distance.

proche

relationship

Link between two or more elements.

relation

To be tight with someone.

They are really close; they look like brothers.

Ils sont vraiment rapprochés, on dirait des frères.

To have very strong affinities.

Since they started working together, they have become very close.

Depuis qu'ils travaillent ensemble, ils sont devenus très rapprochés.