Cercana (en. Close)

/θerˈkana/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that is close or has a close relationship.
My friend's house is very close to mine.
La casa de mi amiga es muy cercana a la mía.
Indicates a strong emotional or affectional bond.
I have always had a close relationship with my family.
Siempre he tenido una relación cercana con mi familia.
Used to describe temporary situations in which something occurs soon.
The delivery date is near.
La fecha de entrega es cercana.

Etymology

Derives from the verb 'cercar', which comes from the Latin 'circāre', meaning to surround.

Common Phrases and Expressions

close relationship
A strong and affectionate bond between people.
relación cercana
close proximity
To be very close in distance or time.
proximidad cercana
near
Expresses a nearby location.
cerca de

Related Words

closeness
State of being close or near.
cercanía
surrounding
Surrounds or is around.
circundante
adjacent
That is contiguous or near.
adyacente

Slang Meanings

Close in social relationships
They are always together; they are very close.
Siempre andan juntos, son muy cercanos.
Close in time
The delivery is very soon, you better hurry up.
La entrega es muy cercana, mejor apúrate.