Japanese

せっきん
Meaning: approach; drawing near; proximity
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

接
近

Example sentences

A typhoon is approaching Kyushu.
台風の接近に伴い、雨風が次第に強まってきた。
As the typhoon approached, the wind and rain gradually intensified.
気象庁が台風の接近を発表した
The Meteorological Agency announced the approach of the typhoon.
台風の接近により、船は航路を変更した。
Due to the approaching typhoon, the ship changed its course.
彗星が数十年ぶりに地球に接近する。
The comet approaches Earth for the first time in decades.
台風の接近に伴い、住民に避難勧告が出された。
An evacuation advisory was issued to residents due to the approaching typhoon.

Usage Notes

Used for physical approach (like weather or vehicles) or becoming closer in relationship or ability.

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