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    Acercan (en. Approach)

    /aˈθeɾ.kan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To make something or someone closer or nearby.
    The students approach the table to ask questions.
    Los estudiantes se acercan a la mesa para hacer preguntas.
    To bring something to a place or person.
    The teacher approaches the students to explain to them.
    El profesor se acerca a los alumnos para explicarles.
    To reach a conclusion or assumption.
    Based on the evidence, they approach an understanding of the problem.
    Con base en las pruebas, se acercan a entender el problema.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'acercar', which comes from the Latin 'ăcercāre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Approaching someone
    To form a closer bond or relationship with the person.
    acercarse a alguien
    Bring inns closer
    To carry or move items so that they are closer.
    acercar posadas
    Move the sofa
    Move the sofa so that it is closer to the wall.
    acercar el sofá

    Related Words

    Bring closer
    To make something closer.
    acercar
    Approximate
    To set something up to be more acceptable or nearby.
    aproximar
    Approximation
    The act of getting closer or approaching.
    aproximación

    Slang Meanings

    To approach with the intention of having a serious conversation.
    She brought him closer to talk about her feelings.
    Ella lo acercó para hablar de sus sentimientos.
    To take a step to improve a relationship.
    He decided to approach and apologize.
    Decidió acercarse y disculparse.