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ちかく
chikaku
Nearby; in the neighborhood
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近く
ちかく
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Nearby; in the neighborhood
chikaku
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JLPT Level N5
Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
Kana ちかく
Romaji chikaku
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 近く mean in Japanese?
The word 近く (ちかく) means "nearby; in the neighborhood" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N5 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 近く?
近く is read as ちかく (romaji: chikaku). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 近く?
近く is a JLPT N5 vocabulary item. Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
How do I remember 近く quickly?
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Where can I practise 近く in sentences?
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