Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Close, intimate, familiar: Describes a state of being physically near or emotionally connected, often implying regular contact and a warm, approachable relationship.
   • Approachable, accessible: Describes a person, especially someone in a position of authority, who maintains easy and regular contact with others, such as the public or subordinates.

Usage Examples

• Adjective: (Leaders must always stay close to the people.) (The close relationship between her and the children is precious.) (His approachable working style makes everyone fond of him.)

Advanced Usage

• "sự gần gụi": closeness, intimacy (noun form). (Geographical closeness creates conditions for economic cooperation.)
• Used to describe a quality of demeanor or policy. (A policy of maintaining close ties with the public).

Variants and Related Words

• Gần gũi (adj): This is the more common variant with essentially the same meaning as 'gần gụi'. It is used interchangeably in most contexts to mean close, intimate, or familiar. (A close friend).

Synonyms

• Thân thiết: intimate, close (emphasizes a warm, friendly bond).
• Thân cận: close, proximate (often used for people near in position or relationship).
• Sát sao: close, meticulous (emphasizes attentive and detailed involvement).

Notes on Usage

• The word gần gụi strongly implies active effort and regular interaction to maintain proximity or connection, not just a passive state of being near.
• It is often used in formal or political contexts to describe the desirable relationship between officials/leaders and the masses, as in the reference example.
• While similar to gần gũi, gần gụi can sometimes carry a slightly more active or deliberate connotation of "keeping in touch" or "staying close to."

1. keep in close touch with the masses