get closer

[/ɡɛt ˈkloʊzər/]

verb phrase

aproximar-se

1. to move nearer in physical distance

We need to get closer to the stage to see the concert better.

Precisamos nos aproximar do palco para ver melhor o concerto.

2. to develop a deeper relationship or emotional bond with someone

They are getting closer as friends after spending more time together.

Eles estão se aproximando como amigos depois de passar mais tempo juntos.

3. to come nearer to achieving or understanding something

We're getting closer to solving this problem.

Estamos nos aproximando da solução deste problema.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

se aproximar

most common usage in Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

se aproximar / chegar perto

colloquial variant

São Paulo

se aproximar

standard usage

Portugal

aproximar-se / chegar mais perto

European Portuguese preference for hyphenated form

get closer to someone's heart

get closer to the truth

get closer to the finish line

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