🇯🇵 How to say

“near” in Japanese

近いちかい
Illustration of "near" in a Japanese cultural setting
A woman points to a convenience store just across the street from her apartment building, telling her friend how convenient it is to have groceries so close by.

Usage note

Use 近い to describe physical closeness, like places or distances. It's a common and polite adjective suitable for everyday conversations.

Examples

  • 駅が近いです。

    The station is near.

  • 私の家は学校に近い。

    My house is close to the school.

  • 近くにコンビニがあります。

    There is a convenience store nearby.

Quick check

What does "近い" mean?

  • A. near
  • B. heavy
  • C. young
  • D. bright

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