凑近 (còu jìn) — to approach, to lean close to
Definition
A verb meaning to physically lean in or move closer to something — usually to see, hear, or look more carefully. Often pairs with 看看 or 听听 to indicate leaning in to observe.
verb
to approachto lean close to
Examples
- 凑近。Tā còu jìn wǒ ěr biān shuō qiāo qiāo huà.He leaned close to my ear to whisper.
- 凑近,。Nǐ còu jìn yì diǎn, jiù néng kàn dé gèng qīng chǔ.Lean in a bit closer, and you'll be able to see more clearly.
- 凑近。Tā còu jìn kàn le kàn nà zhāng huà.She leaned in and took a look at that painting.
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