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    S'approchèrent (en. Approached)

    /s‿apʁoʃʁɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The action of getting closer to something.
    The students approached the stage during the presentation.
    Les étudiants s'approchèrent de la scène pendant la présentation.
    In the context of space or time, meaning that one is physically or temporally getting closer.
    As the festival approached, preparations were well underway.
    Alors que le festival s'approchait, les préparatifs allaient bon train.
    To move towards someone or something in a closer manner.
    The children approached their teacher to ask him questions.
    Les enfants s'approchèrent de leur maître pour lui poser des questions.

    Etymology

    The verb 's'approcher' is formed from the prefix 's-' and the verb 'approcher', coming from the Latin 'approximare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    approach with caution
    Move slowly to avoid dangers.
    s'approcher avec prudence
    get closer to an idea
    Start to consider an idea or concept.
    s'approcher d'une idée
    approach a danger
    Get closer to a perilous situation.
    s'approcher d'un danger

    Related Words

    approach
    Act of getting closer.
    approche
    proximity
    Characteristic of being near.
    proximité
    bring closer
    Action of making something closer.
    rapprocher

    Slang Meanings

    Show up
    He showed up at the party just in time.
    Il s'est pointé à la fête juste à temps.
    Come into contact
    She came into contact with her friend to chat.
    Elle est venue au contact de son ami pour discuter.