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VocabJLPT N5

(place) near by

Noun

Also written as 傍

Definitions

1. (place) near by
2. (place) close by
3. as soon as

This word means "beside" or "near" and is used to describe being close to someone or something. It conveys a sense of physical proximity and is often used in warm or intimate contexts, such as staying by someone's side.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Don't be loud near the store.

Sentence 2

Being next to my mom makes me feel like a little kid again.

Sentence 3

A new place opened up near the office.

Sentence 4

The child won't leave their mother's side.

Sentence 5

After work, we grabbed drinks near the office.