This is the 7340th most frequent Catalan word.
apropa
"Approaches" or "brings closer."
In this sentence, 'apropa' is a reflexive verb form that denotes the act of approaching.
Ell s'apropa al riu per observar els ànecs.
He approaches the river to observe the ducks.
Here, 'apropa' is used figuratively to indicate the approach of the spring season.
Quan la primavera aprima, les flors brollen ràpidament.
When spring comes closer, the flowers bloom quickly.
In this context, 'apropa' is used transitively to mean presenting or making something accessible.