No. 2,693 in Chinese
亲近
"亲近" means "to be close to" or "to approach intimately."
In a sentence
小朋友们总是喜欢亲近那些和蔼的长辈。
Children always like to get close to those kind elders.
Here, "亲近" is used to describe the action of getting close or being intimate with someone, highlighted in the context of a friendly relationship.
我们应该亲近自然，体验大自然的美妙。
We should get close to nature and experience its wonders.
In this sentence, "亲近" refers metaphorically to getting close to nature, emphasizing a harmonious and appreciative relationship.
她的性格开朗，很容易让人感到亲近。
Her cheerful personality makes it easy for people to feel intimate with her.
"亲近" here expresses the ease of forming a close or friendly relationship, especially due to someone's personality or demeanor.
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