가까움

gakkauwm
nounBeginner
general

The state of being physically or emotionally close to someone or something.

그들은 오랜 친구로 가까움을 유지하고 있다.

They maintain a close relationship as long-time friends.

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Can refer to physical proximity or emotional intimacy.

Collocations

가까운 관계close relationship가까운 거리short distance

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Related Phrases

가까운 사람phrase
close person
가까운 미래phrase
near future

💡Pro Tip

Emotional vs. Physical

가까움 can describe both physical closeness and emotional intimacy.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the adjective '가깝다' (gakkapda), meaning 'close' or 'near'.

📝Usage Notes

Often used to describe emotional bonds as well as physical proximity.

Word Breakdown

가까
close
root
+
state of being
suffix
한영사전