This is the 14693rd most frequent German word.
nahesteht
"Closely associated with" or "is close to."
The word 'nahesteht' in this sentence indicates a close relationship or emotional connection between the subject and her brother, emphasizing familial or affectionate ties.
Als ihr langjähriger Freund weiß ich, dass ihr Bruder ihr besonders nahesteht.
As her longtime friend, I know that her brother is particularly close to her.
Here, 'nahesteht' describes the idea's relevance or connection in thought to the principles of ancient philosophy, showing a figurative conceptual closeness.
Die Idee, die der Philosophie der Antike nahesteht, war in dieser Diskussion zentral.
The idea close to the philosophy of antiquity was central to this discussion.
In this case, 'nahesteht' conveys an aesthetic or stylistic proximity, describing how a design embodies features of a regional architectural tradition.