親交 (しんこう, shinkou) Japanese meaning: intimacy | Kotomoraを
深
め
て
き
た
。
The two countries have deepened their friendly relations over many years.
I have a close friendship with him through work.
Usage patterns
〈人〉と親交を結ぶto form a close friendship with someone
He formed close ties with the country's politicians.
〈人〉と親交があるto have a close relationship with someone
She has close relationships with many writers.
〈場所〉と親交を保つto maintain friendly relations with (a country, region, etc.)
The two countries have maintained friendly relations for many years.
Expressions
親交を深めるdeepen a friendship; build intimacy; develop a relationship
