VocabJLPT N3
to come near
Ichidan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to come near
  2. 2. to let someone approach
  3. 3. to bring near
  4. 4. to deliver (opinion, news, etc.)
This verb means to bring or draw something closer, or to send something toward a place or person. It is used in various expressions, such as gathering things together or submitting opinions and comments to an organization.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Could you move this table a little toward the center?

Sentence 2

I wonder if just saying "come closer" would actually work.

Sentence 3

She leaned in to hear what I was saying.

Sentence 4

I want to take the photo — everyone move to the center!

Sentence 5

Can you scoot that chair a little closer to the wall?