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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
附近fùjìn(in the) vicinityHSK 3, f, 14 strokes, rank #943, Medium
附近fùjìnnearbyHSK 3, f, 14 strokes, rank #943, Medium
附近fùjìnneighboringHSK 3, f, 14 strokes, rank #943, Medium
附近fùjìnnext toHSK 3, f, 14 strokes, rank #943, Medium
fùjìn(fu4jin4)fu jin T4
  1. 1(in the) vicinity
  2. 2nearby
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March 24, 2026

附近fùjìn(fu4jin4)

The term '附近' refers to a nearby area or vicinity, often used to describe locations that are close to each other. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate proximity, such as when asking for directions or describing the location of a place in relation to another.

Strokes14Frequency#943DifficultyMedium
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, knowing the '附近' is essential for social interactions, especially in cities where neighborhoods have distinct characteristics and community activities. Locals often rely on nearby amenities and services for convenience.

Memory tip

Imagine a friendly neighbor (邻居, línjū) hanging out in the '附近' (fùjìn) – they live close by! The character '附' suggests attachment or being close, while '近' means near, creating a vivid picture of neighbors gathering in the vicinity.

Meanings of 附近

fùjìn(fu4jin4)
1(in the) vicinity
2nearby
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About 附近

附近Simplified
14Strokes
—Radical
方位词direction word (dir.)Part of Speech
#943Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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邻近 (línjìn) - use 附近 when emphasizing a general area nearby, while 邻近 is more specific to adjacent locations.

Usage Notes

Be careful with the tone; '附近' must be pronounced with the correct fourth and fourth tones to convey the intended meaning. Common collocations include '附近的商店' (nearby store) or '附近的学校' (nearby school). It's informal, so it’s suitable for everyday conversation but may not be appropriate in very formal writing.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 3 word, '附近' connects well with other location-related vocabulary like '那里' (there) and '这里' (here). Focus on using it in sentences to describe your surroundings, which is a common practical use at this level.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '附近' with '附近的' (fùjìn de) when describing something, incorrectly saying '我住在附近的商店' instead of '我住在附近' (I live nearby). Remember, '附近' stands alone when indicating location.

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Component characters

附fùnearby; to adhere to, to attach; to rely on
HSK 77 strokes阝
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近jìnnear
HSK 27 strokes辶
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How to say (in the) vicinity in Chinese

“(in the) vicinity” in Chinese is附近fùjìn

The term '附近' refers to a nearby area or vicinity, often used to describe locations that are close to each other. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate proximity, such as when asking for directions or describing the location of a place in relation to another.

When to use 附近

Be careful with the tone; '附近' must be pronounced with the correct fourth and fourth tones to convey the intended meaning. Common collocations include '附近的商店' (nearby store) or '附近的学校' (nearby school). It's informal, so it’s suitable for everyday conversation but may not be appropriate in very formal writing.

附近 or something close to it

邻近 (línjìn) - use 附近 when emphasizing a general area nearby, while 邻近 is more specific to adjacent locations.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse '附近' with '附近的' (fùjìn de) when describing something, incorrectly saying '我住在附近的商店' instead of '我住在附近' (I live nearby). Remember, '附近' stands alone when indicating location.

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Grammar patterns of 附近

附近 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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他注意到惠特克公园____正在兴建一幢新楼。

He noticed a new building going up near Whitaker Park.

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他注意到惠特克公园附近正在兴建一幢新楼。

tā zhùyì dào huì tè kè gōngyuán fùjìn zhèngzài xīngjiàn yī chuáng xīn lóu。

He noticed a new building going up near Whitaker Park.
2
他在西班牙海岸附近的一次海难中溺水身亡。

tā zài xī bān yá hǎi’àn fùjìn de yī cì hǎi nán zhōng nìshuǐ shēn wáng。

He was drowned in a shipwreck off the coast of Spain.
3
附近的店主在那个男人后面追赶并把他抓住了。

fùjìn de diàn zhǔ zài nàge nánrén hòumiàn zhuīgǎn bìng bǎ tā zhuāzhù le。

Neighbouring shopkeepers ran after the man and caught him.
4
附近有一片白色沙滩，是沐日光浴的绝佳场所。

fùjìn yǒu yī piàn báisè shātān， shì mù rì guāng yù de jué jiā chǎngsuǒ。

Nearby there is a stretch of white sand beach perfect for sunbathing.
5
附近有一两个人投来怀疑的目光。

fùjìn yǒu yī liǎng gèrén tóu lái huáiyí de mùguāng。

There were one or two suspicious looks from nearby.
6
卡普里岛附近海域的污染也许仅仅是个开始。

kǎ pǔ lǐ dǎo fùjìn hǎiyù de wūrǎn yěxǔ jǐnjǐn shì gè kāishǐ。

The contamination of the sea around Capri may be just the beginning.
7
3个坐在我附近的学童突然偷偷地笑了起来。

3 gè zuò zài wǒ fùjìn de xué tóng tūrán tōutōu dì xiào le qǐlái。

Suddenly, three schoolkids sitting near me started sniggering.
8
这附近有个动物园？我的孩子们一定会很高兴的。

zhè fùjìn yǒu gè dòngwùyuán？ wǒ de háizi men yídìng huì hěn gāoxìng de。

There's a zoo round here? That's dandy for my kids.
9
在布里斯托尔附近的5号高速公路上，南行的车辆排成了绵延20英里的长龙。

zài bù lǐ Sī tuō ěr fùjìn de5 hào gāosùgōnglù shàng， nán xíng de chēliàng pái chéng le mián yán20 Yīng lǐ de cháng lóng。

Southbound traffic tailed back for twenty miles on the M5 near Bristol.
10
由于存在着危险的下层逆流，在大部分海岸线附近游泳都不安全。

yóuyú cúnzài zhe wēixiǎn de xià céng nì liú， zài dàbùfen hǎi’àn xiàn fùjìn yóuyǒng dōu bù’ān quán。

Dangerous undertows make swimming unsafe along most of the coastline.
11
学校附近有一个咖啡馆，我们经常去那里喝咖啡。

Xuéxiào fùjìn yǒu yī gè kāfēiguǎn, wǒmen jīngcháng qù nàlǐ hē kāfēi.

There's a café near the school, we often go there for coffee.
12
请问附近有超市吗？我想买点东西。

Qǐngwèn fùjìn yǒu chāoshì ma? Wǒ xiǎng mǎi diǎn dōngxi.

Excuse me, is there a supermarket nearby? I want to buy something.
13
他常常在家附近的公园跑步。

Tā chángcháng zài jiā fùjìn de gōngyuán pǎobù.

He often jogs in the park near his home.
14
我们正在找附近的餐馆吃晚饭。

Wǒmen zhèngzài zhǎo fùjìn de cānguǎn chī wǎnfàn.

We are looking for a nearby restaurant to have dinner.
15
我家附近有一个很大的购物中心。

Wǒ jiā fùjìn yǒu yī gè hěn dà de gòuwù zhōngxīn.

There is a large shopping mall near my home.

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