Translation of Spanish word "cerca" to English
cerca
/ˈθeɾ.ka/
Meaning
VerbAt or towards a position close in space or time. (Can we add an example for this sense?).
How to use
The verb 'cerca' is commonly used in informal conversations to express proximity in space or time. For example, 'Estoy cerca de la estación' (I'm near the station). Be aware that the verb 'cerca' is often confused with the adverb 'cerca de', which means 'near' or 'close to'.
🇬🇧 English
near
Example
El supermercado está muy cerca de aquí.
The supermarket is very near here.
No puedo ver muy claramente los objetos cercanos sin mis gafas.
I can't see nearby objects very clearly without my glasses.
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Common phrases
- estar cerca de algo— to be near something
- estar cerca de la hora— to be near the hour
- estar cerca de la verdad— to be near the truth
- estar cerca de la solución— to be near the solution
- estar cerca de la meta— to be near the goal
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Spanish word "cerca" mean?▼
The Spanish word "cerca" means "near" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "cerca"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "cerca"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "El supermercado está muy cerca de aquí." (which translates as "The supermarket is very near here.").
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