How to Say ‘Nearer’ in Simplified Chinese
近一些
jìn yī xiē
[jeen ee-shee-eh]
💬 Usage Tip: Adjective + [一些] is a handy way to ask for a small change: [近一些] means a bit nearer, not just [some near]. The same pattern works with lots of adjectives, like [慢一些] (a bit slower).
Phrase Breakdown
近
jìn
[jeen]
near; closer
Means near or close. In pickup or drop-off disputes, it often refers to moving the car closer to a place.
师傅，能不能停近一些？
Driver, could you stop a little closer?
一些
yī xiē
[ee-shee-eh]
a bit; some; a little more
Used after adjectives or verbs to soften a request and mean a little more.
这个路口请开近一些。
Please drive a bit closer to this intersection.
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