lähelleen

Lähelleen is an Estonian adverb that translates to "nearby," "close by," or "in the vicinity" in English. It indicates proximity to a specific location or object. The word is derived from the Estonian adjective "lähedal," meaning "near" or "close."

As an adverb, lähelleen modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to specify the spatial relationship of an action or state. For instance, one might say "Auto seisab lähelleen," which means "The car is standing nearby." Similarly, "Me elame lähelleen," translates to "We live close by." It can also be used in a more figurative sense, implying a general closeness or lack of distance.

The usage of lähelleen is common in everyday Estonian conversation and writing. It provides a simple and direct way to express spatial nearness without needing to be overly precise. It is an essential part of the Estonian lexicon for describing locations and distances.