sich nähern
Translation
to approach, to get closer
Examples
Ein Sturm nähert sich der Küste.
A storm is approaching the coast.
Er nähert sich langsam dem Ziel.
He is slowly approaching the goal.
Grammar Patterns
sich ((sb./sth.dat)) nähern to approach (sb./sth.) Ein Sturm nähert sich der Küste.
Similar Words
Synonyms: herankommen (to come near); Antonyms: sich entfernen (to move away)
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'nah' (near). The verb means 'to make near' or 'to become near'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'nah' (near). The verb describes the action of becoming 'nearer'. Often used reflexively: 'sich nähern'.