What does aproximar in Portuguese mean?

What is the meaning of the word aproximar in Portuguese? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use aproximar in Portuguese.

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Meaning of the word aproximar

approach

verbo transitivo (chegar perto) (in time or space)

(transitive verb: Verb taking a direct object--for example, "Say something." "She found the cat.")

estimate

verbo transitivo (número mais próximo) (guess or give an approximate value)

(transitive verb: Verb taking a direct object--for example, "Say something." "She found the cat.")

grow close to

verbo transitivo (figurado (sentimentos: criar afeição)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")

approach

verbo pronominal/reflexivo (ficar mais próximo)

(intransitive verb: Verb not taking a direct object--for example, "She jokes." "He has arrived.")

resemble

verbo pronominal/reflexivo (ter semelhança, parecer-se)

(transitive verb: Verb taking a direct object--for example, "Say something." "She found the cat.")

aproximar

verbal expression (informal (approach in a casual way) (aproximar de forma casual)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

I was minding my own business at a party, when this sleazy guy strolled on over and started chatting me up.

aproximar, chegar

intransitive verb (time: approach) (tempo: aproximação)

Christmas is getting close again.

aproximar

intransitive verb (time: approach) (tempo: aproximação)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

As the day got closer I began to worry.

aproximar

(approach casually) (aproximar de forma casual)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

I strolled up to the policeman and asked for directions.

aproximar

phrasal verb, transitive, separable (make more intimate)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

She planned a quiet weekend away for the two of them in hopes that it would bring them closer.

aproximar

intransitive verb (move very near) (mover para mais perto)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

He got so close I could see every blackhead on his face.

aproximar

intransitive verb (move nearer) (mover para mais perto)

As they got closer I could see that they weren't soldiers.

aproximar

transitive verb (be similar to) (ser similar a)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

This sauce approximates the one we had last summer in Italy.

abordar

transitive verb (approach boldly)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

A man accosted Emily in the street to ask the time.

aproximar-se

intransitive verb (move closer)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

O veado começou a correr quando os lobos chegaram perto.

The deer began to run as the wolves approached.

aproximar-se

intransitive verb (figurative (time: get nearer)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Conforme se aproximava a data do seu casamento, Martha ficava mais nervosa.

As her wedding date approached, Martha became more nervous.

abordar

transitive verb (move closer physically)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

O boxeador abordou seu oponente com cuidado.

The boxer approached his opponent carefully.

chegar perto de

transitive verb (figurative (move closer in time)

(expressão verbal: Expressão usada como verbo. Ex. "se dar bem com"; "ter medo de". Também para elementos compostos mais longos, como expressões idiomáticas e ditados que começam com um verbo.)

ⓘEsta frase não é uma tradução da frase em inglês Já estamos chegando perto do Natal e eu ainda não comprei nenhum presente.

As we approach the end of the school year, I hope you'll remember to stay focused on academics.

aproximar-se

transitive verb (figurative (be similar) (figurado)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Ele falou de um modo que se aproximava do sarcasmo.

He spoke in a manner that was approaching sarcasm.

aproximar-se

intransitive verb (golf) (golfe)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

O golfista se aproximou com confiança.

The golfer approached confidently.

aproximar-se

phrasal verb, transitive, inseparable (approach threateningly)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

The man was bearing down on Jim along the path.

aproximar-se

transitive verb (nautical: approach)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

O navio aproximou-se da terra naquela manhã.

The ship closed land that morning.

aproximar-se de

phrasal verb, transitive, inseparable (pursuit: get closer)

Drive faster! The cops are closing in on us!

chegar

phrasal verb, intransitive (date, event: occur again) (data, evento)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)

Jill sempre se sente triste quando o aniversário de morte de seu marido chega.

Jill always feels sad when the anniversary of her husband's death comes around.

aproximar-se

intransitive verb (approach, get nearer)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

If you come closer to the nest, you will be able to hear the birds better.

chegar perto

(approach)

She warned him not to come near, as she was still contagious.

aproximar-se

verbal expression (get closer)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Don't come near me or I'll shoot!

aproximar-se

phrasal verb, intransitive (approach [sb])

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Ela se aproximou e se apresentou a mim.

She came up and introduced herself to me.

aproximar-se de

(approach [sb])

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Ele se aproximou de mim na rua e tentou queimar um dólar.

He came up to me in the street and tried to bum a dollar.

aproximar-se de

phrasal verb, transitive, inseparable (figurative, informal (ingratiate yourself)

Ele está tentando conseguir uma promoção e está ficando íntimo do chefe.

He's trying to get a promotion and has been cosying up to the boss.

aproximar-se

phrasal verb, intransitive (figurative, informal (get intimate)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Parece que Mike e Susan têm se aproximado muito ultimamente!

It looks like Mike and Susan have really been cosying up lately!

andar de fininho

phrasal verb, intransitive (approach stealthily)

Quando Gary andou de fininho e bateu no meu ombro, eu pulei.

When Gary crept up and tapped me on the shoulder, I jumped.

aproximar-se

intransitive verb (approach)

Ao se aproximar de casa, ouviu o barulho do fogo.

As he drew close to home, he heard the sound of the fire.

aproximar-se

(move closer)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Ao se aproximar, John podia ver mais e mais detalhes.

As he drew in closer, John could see more and more detail.

aproximar-se

(approach)

As we drew near, the air became thick with smoke.

aproximar-se

(approach)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

As we drew near the gates, they opened automatically.

chegar perto

(approach, get close to)

(locução verbal: Conjunto de verbo auxiliar (normalmente 'ser', 'estar', 'ter', 'haver') e verbo principal (normalmente no infinitivo, gerúndio ou particípio).)

O barulho da torcida aumentava toda vez que a bola chegava perto da área de pênalti.

The noise from the crowd increased every time the ball went near the penalty box.

aproximar-se de, dirigir-se a

verbal expression (approach, accost) (abordar alguém)

Don't be shy, just go up to him and say hi!

aproximar-se

(become intimate or friendly) (tornar-se íntimo ou amigável)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

My best friend and I grew close during several classes we took together in our final year of college.

aproximar-se

phrasal verb, intransitive (move towards a target, etc.)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Drug dealers beware: police are homing in.

ficar longe de

verbal expression (not go near)

manter distância de

verbal expression (not go near)

aproximar-se

verbal expression (seem threatening, imminent)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

The students were unable to enjoy their vacation because final exams loomed large.

brotar

phrasal verb, intransitive (rise ominously) (informal)

aproximar-se de

(approach, get closer to)

As we moved towards the stadium, we could hear the cheers of the crowd.

achegar-se, aproximar-se

intransitive verb (approach)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Ela se achegou e sussurrou um segredo no meu ouvido.

She neared, and whispered a secret in my ear.

aproximar-se

transitive verb (approach)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

O avião que pousava aproximou-se do aeroporto.

The landing plane neared the airport.

aproximar-se de

transitive verb (nearly reach)

The runner was nudging the world record time for his race in the first lap.

fazer amizade com

verbal expression (informal, figurative (socialize with [sb])

She likes to rub shoulders with important people.

aproximar-se de

phrasal verb, intransitive (approach on foot)

Jenna se aproximou dela e apertou sua mão para cumprimentá-la.

Jenna walked over to her and shook her hand in greeting.

aproximar-se

phrasal verb, intransitive (approach on foot)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)

Um estranho se aproximou e perguntou o caminho para a praia.

A stranger walked up and asked me the way to the beach.

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