🇫🇷 How to say

“near” in French

près
Illustration of "near" in a French cultural setting
A woman stands on a city sidewalk, pointing to a café just a few steps away. The sign is clearly visible, and people are…

Usage note

Use 'près' to describe something that is physically close in distance, like a nearby shop or a friend's house. It's a common and useful word for giving directions or describing locations in everyday conversation.

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