lähellään

Lähellän is a Finnish word that translates to "near" or "nearby" in English. It functions as an adverb, indicating proximity in space or time. For example, "kauppa on lähellän" means "the shop is nearby." It can also be used metaphorically, as in "hänen sydämensä oli lähellän" which translates to "his heart was near," implying emotional closeness.

The word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing. Its usage is straightforward, typically following the noun or pronoun it modifies to describe its location relative to something else. When used to indicate temporal proximity, it suggests something happening soon or recently.

The concept of "lähellän" is fundamental to spatial and temporal relationships in the Finnish language. It is a versatile word that can convey a sense of closeness, whether physical, emotional, or chronological. Its simplicity and frequency of use make it an essential part of the Finnish vocabulary for anyone learning the language.