近
near; close; approach; intimate
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesadjective
near in space or time; close
Used to describe proximity in either physical space or time.
Our school is very close to the city center.
The weather has changed a lot recently.
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National Day is approaching, and we need to prepare celebration activities.
His family lives in the suburbs, close to the park.
As the footsteps came from far to near, we knew the guests had arrived.
verb
to approach; to get close to; to be near
Used to indicate getting closer to a state, time, or condition.
He is approachable and very popular with everyone.
She started thinking about marriage when she was nearly thirty.
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The development levels of these two cities are similar.
As the saying goes: He who keeps company with the wolf will learn to howl.
With the development of technology, artificial intelligence is getting closer to us.
adjective
intimate; close (relationship); familiar
Describes close relationships between people or things.
They are close relatives and have always had a good relationship.
I have a close relationship with my neighbor and we often help each other.
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These two countries have a close neighbor relationship with frequent economic exchanges.
After years of cooperation, the two companies have established close ties.
She is my closest friend, and I can tell her anything.
noun
a surname
Used when referring to the surname Jin.
My teacher's surname is Jin, and he is a very responsible person.
Mr. Jin is the new manager of our company.
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Do you know that doctor surnamed Jin?
Jin is not a very common surname.
Miss Jin, how can I assist you?