Interaction or relationships with one's neighbors, including greetings, mutual help, and participation in local events.
近所付き合いが薄くなったと言われるが、地域の行事にはまだ参加している。
People say neighborly relations have weakened, but I still take part in local events.
引っ越してきてから近所付き合いを始めたばかりだ。
I only started interacting with the neighbors after moving in.
近所付き合いをしておくと、困ったときに助けてもらえることが多い。
If you maintain good relations with neighbors, they're often there to help when you're in trouble.