aproximo

Aproximo is the first-person singular present indicative form of the Spanish verb aproximar. The verb has two main senses: to move something closer and to estimate or approximate a value. As a conjugated form, aproximo is used by the speaker to describe an action occurring in the present.

Etymology and related forms: Aproximar comes from Latin approximare, from proximus meaning near. The form aproximo inherits the sense of bringing nearer in space, and in numerical or quantitative contexts it can express the act of estimating or making something approximate.

Usage: The physical sense appears in everyday language, as in “Yo aproximo la silla a la mesa” (I bring the chair closer to the table). The numerical sense occurs in mathematics, science, or practical calculation, for example “aproximo el valor” or “aproximo el número a 3.14.” In many contexts, the related noun “aproximación” denotes an approximation, while the verb “aproximar” covers both bringing near and estimating. The pronominal form “aproximarse a” means to approach or come near to a place, goal, or condition.

Grammatical notes: Aproximo is a regular -ar verb conjugation. Other forms include aproximas, aproxima, aproximamos, aproximáis, aproximan. The related adjectives and nouns include aproximado (approximate) and aproximación (approximation).

See also: aproximar, aproximación, aproximado. proximidad.