also: ちかずく
godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb
approach; draw near; get close
Physical or temporal nearing; can be used for people, objects, events, or deadlines.
電車が駅に近づいてきた。
The train is approaching the station.
締め切りが近
The deadline is drawing near.
godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb
get acquainted; get closer to; get to know
Used for becoming emotionally closer or more familiar with someone, often through interaction.
最近、彼とだんだん近づいてきた。
Lately, I've been getting closer to him.
共通の趣味で二人は急に近づいた。
They suddenly became close through a shared hobby.