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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
陪伴péibànto accompanyHSK 5, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #5814, Hard
péibàn(pei2ban4) T2
  1. 1to accompany
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March 24, 2026

陪伴péibàn(pei2ban4)

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.

Strokes17Frequency#5814DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, companionship is highly valued, especially in familial and friend relationships. The concept of 陪伴 goes beyond just being together; it reflects a deep sense of loyalty and support, often seen in family gatherings or during times of hardship.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 陪 as a person (the left radical ‘阝’ represents a hill or place) standing next to another person (the right side ‘心’ symbolizes a heart). Together, they create a scene of companionship, where one is accompanying the other with a caring heart. The pronunciation 'pei' rhymes with 'pay,' which you do for someone when you accompany them or invest time in their company.

Meanings of 陪伴

péibàn(pei2ban4)
1to accompany
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About 陪伴

陪伴Simplified
17Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 陪伴

Quick Contrast

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.

Usage Notes

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.

HSK Study Tips

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.

Common Mistakes

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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Component Characters

陪péito accompany
HSK 410 strokes阝
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伴bànpartner
HSK 77 strokes亻
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How to say to accompany in Chinese

“to accompany” in Chinese is陪伴péibàn

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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