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随带 (suídài) - use '随身' when emphasizing personal carrying, while '随带' suggests bringing along something that may not be on one's person.
Be cautious not to confuse '随身' with similar expressions. It is typically informal and often used in everyday conversation rather than formal writing. Common collocations include '随身携带' (to carry on one's person) and '随身物品' (personal belongings).
As an HSK Level 5 word, '随身' connects with other words related to personal items and carrying, such as '携带' (to carry) and '带' (to bring). Focus on practicing its usage in sentences that describe what you carry daily.
Learners often mix up '随身' with '随便' (casually) due to similar sounds. Remember, '随身' is about carrying items, while '随便' refers to doing something without restriction or care.
Pronunciation of 随身
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How to say to (carry) on one's person in Chinese
“to (carry) on one's person” in Chinese is随身
The term '随身' refers to carrying something on one's person or taking an item along with oneself. It is commonly used in contexts where individuals keep essential items, such as keys or a phone, readily accessible. The phrase conveys a sense of convenience and readiness.
When to use 随身
Be cautious not to confuse '随身' with similar expressions. It is typically informal and often used in everyday conversation rather than formal writing. Common collocations include '随身携带' (to carry on one's person) and '随身物品' (personal belongings).
随身 or something close to it
随带 (suídài) - use '随身' when emphasizing personal carrying, while '随带' suggests bringing along something that may not be on one's person.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up '随身' with '随便' (casually) due to similar sounds. Remember, '随身' is about carrying items, while '随便' refers to doing something without restriction or care.
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Grammar Patterns of 随身
随身 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他老是记不起把自己阅读时用的放大镜放在什么地方，所以助手们会____携带备用的。
He misplaces his reading glasses with such regularity that aides carry extras.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 随身
'随身' typically refers to physical items. For intangible concepts, use different expressions.
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