Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To move toward a person or object and reduce the physical distance.
Natural examples
Das Boot nähert sich langsam dem Steg an.
The boat slowly approaches the jetty.
Wir haben uns der Hütte von Süden angenähert.
We approached the hut from the south.
Die Fotografin nähert sich dem Tier vorsichtig an.
The photographer cautiously approaches the animal.
Usage note
This use is reflexive: sich einer Sache annähern, with dative; an plus accusative is also possible. Perfect: hat sich angenähert.
Mini-lesson: annähern
To move toward a person or object and reduce the physical distance. This use is reflexive: sich einer Sache annähern, with dative; an plus accusative is also possible. Perfect: hat sich angenähert.
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