Nahe Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Nahe" is mainly used as adjective meaning "near", "close" or "close to". It is also used as preposition and adverb.

Essential properties of "nahe"

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Meanings of "nahe" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "A short distance away in space or time"

"Nahe", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Bahnhof ist ganz nahe.The train station is very near.
  2. Wir sind nahe am Ziel.We are close to the goal.
  3. Die Entscheidung rückt immer nahe.The decision is getting ever closer.

2.) "Indicates proximity to a place, object, or person"

"Nahe", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er wohnt nahe dem Fluss.He lives near the river.
  2. Das Büro liegt nahe der Stadtmitte.The office is located near the city center.
  3. Wir trafen uns nahe des Parks.We met near the park.

3.) "In a close position or situation"

"Nahe", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie standen nahe beieinander.They stood close to each other.
  2. Das Auto parkte nahe am Gebäude.The car parked close to the building.
  3. Er lebt nahe bei seiner Familie.He lives close to his family.
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