Also means
nearness
Usage Note
Proximidad is a formal, abstract noun for nearness in space or time. The everyday expression en las proximidades de means 'in the vicinity of'. Learners often reach for cercanía in conversation, which carries the same meaning with a slightly warmer tone.
Examples
"La proximidad del mercado es muy conveniente."
Natural Translation
The proximity of the market is very convenient.
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