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    Acercarse (en. Approach)

    /aθeɾˈkaɾ.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Moving towards something or someone in order to be closer.
    I decided to approach the window to see better.
    Decidí acercarme a la ventana para ver mejor.
    Making an effort to establish a relationship or contact.
    He approached me to start a conversation.
    Se acercó a mí para iniciar una conversación.
    Becoming closer in time or place.
    The delivery date is approaching quickly.
    La fecha de la entrega se acerca rápidamente.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'acercare', which means 'to make near'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    getting close to the truth
    Trying to uncover the truth about something.
    acercarse a la verdad
    getting close to someone
    Trying to establish a relationship or contact with that person.
    acercarse a alguien
    approaching dangerously
    Being in a risky situation.
    acercarse peligrosamente

    Related Words

    approximation
    Action of approaching or making something closer.
    aproximación
    contact
    Interaction with something or someone.
    contacto
    closeness
    Proximity or nearness to something.
    cercanía

    Slang Meanings

    Getting close to the party
    Let's approach the party that has already started.
    Vamos a acercarnos a la fiesta que ya empezó.
    Getting close to the bar
    I'm going to approach the bar to order some beers.
    Voy a acercarme a la barra a pedir unas cervezas.