Many English learners make mistakes with the words near and nearby.
The mistakes include when to use them, and where to place them.
Be warned: this is not a simple topic, so think carefully about it.
Near is used when discussing the distance between two objects.
It can be used for the absolute distance between two locations.
Example: The subway station is near my office.
The red light district is near city hall.
The fire station is near the fireworks factory.
Near can also be used for the relative distance between two things.
Example: There's a bear near the picnic baskets. Run away!
This is a long bus ride. Are we near the university yet?
I'm near the police station now. I'll go in for help. (phone)
Nearby can be used when the subject is assumed, but not explicitly mentioned.
Example: The subway station is nearby.
You've suffered a lot today. Do you have any friends or family nearby?
I'm starving. Can we go somewhere nearby to eat?
Nearby can also be used as an adjective for a location.
Example: He goes to a nearby pharmacy to buy his heart medication.
The robbery took place at a nearby restaurant.
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