Meanings of 陪伴
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陪伴 (péibàn) vs 伴随 (bànsuí): use 陪伴 when emphasizing emotional support and companionship, while 伴随 focuses more on accompanying someone or something in a more neutral sense.
A common mistake is using 陪伴 when referring to objects or inanimate things, which is not appropriate. Instead, use it for people. It's more informal, so in formal writing, you might use '陪同' (péitóng) instead. Watch out for the tones; mispronouncing '陪' with the wrong tone can lead to confusion.
While 陪伴 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects well with HSK Level 3 words like '朋友' (péngyǒu, friend) and '一起' (yīqǐ, together). Focus on using it in sentences about social interactions, as it helps reinforce the use of verbs and relationships in Mandarin.
Learners often confuse 陪伴 with '陪同' (péitóng), which is more formal and used in specific contexts. For example, saying '我陪伴我的老师' is incorrect; it should be '我陪同我的老师' if you mean accompanying them formally.
Pronunciation of 陪伴
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How to say to accompany in Chinese
“to accompany” in Chinese is陪伴
陪伴 (péibàn) means 'to accompany' or 'to keep someone company.' It is often used in contexts involving companionship, support, or being present with someone during an activity or situation. This term emphasizes the emotional connection and sense of solidarity between individuals.
When to use 陪伴
A common mistake is using 陪伴 when referring to objects or inanimate things, which is not appropriate. Instead, use it for people. It's more informal, so in formal writing, you might use '陪同' (péitóng) instead. Watch out for the tones; mispronouncing '陪' with the wrong tone can lead to confusion.
陪伴 or something close to it
陪伴 (péibàn) vs 伴随 (bànsuí): use 陪伴 when emphasizing emotional support and companionship, while 伴随 focuses more on accompanying someone or something in a more neutral sense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 陪伴 with '陪同' (péitóng), which is more formal and used in specific contexts. For example, saying '我陪伴我的老师' is incorrect; it should be '我陪同我的老师' if you mean accompanying them formally.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 陪伴
Yes, 陪伴 can be used to describe accompanying pets, highlighting the bond between humans and their animals.
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