寄る vs 近寄る
Japanese word comparison
Listen to 寄る
Listen to 近寄る
| 寄る | 近寄る |
|---|---|
YOH-ru verb | ちかよる verb |
| to stop by; to drop in briefly; to get closer | to approach; to come near |
How they differ
近寄る matches 寄る only in the sense of moving closer, not in the sense of stopping by a place. It often suggests closing the distance toward a person, object, or animal, sometimes with a sense of caution or reluctance.
When to use each
When to use 寄る: Use 寄る when you mean both “to stop by” and “to move closer” in a broad, flexible way.
When to use 近寄る: Use 近寄る when you specifically mean physical approach or coming near.
Side-by-side examples
- 少し寄って見てください。
(Please come a little closer and look.) - 犬が近寄ってきた。
(The dog came closer.)
Register & nuance: 近寄る is neutral and common, especially for physical movement.