가깝다(ga-kkap-da, gakkapda)
가깝다 means that the physical distance or time interval between two points is short.
Nuances
- Used for both physical and psychological closeness
- Indicates near future or recent past in time
- Can imply closeness in interpersonal relationships
When to use
Describing distance, Expressing time, Describing relationships
In context
가깝다 is an adjective used to describe something being near in space, time, or relationship. It functions as a predicate following the subject, often appearing as '가깝다' or its conjugated forms.