Meanings of 陪同
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陪伴 (péi bàn) vs 陪同 (péi tóng): choose 陪伴 when emphasizing emotional support or companionship, while 陪同 focuses more on the act of accompanying in a formal or logistical sense.
Be careful not to confuse 陪同 with simply 陪 (péi), which means 'to accompany' but lacks the formal nuance of 陪同. This term is often used in formal settings, such as business or diplomatic contexts, and is frequently paired with terms like 访问 (fǎngwèn, 'visit').
Although 陪同 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it relates to HSK Level 3 and 4 themes around travel and social interactions. Focus on using it in sentences that involve inviting someone along or discussing travel plans with a formal tone.
Learners often misuse 陪同 in informal settings, saying something like '我陪同去商店' (I accompany to the store) instead of '我陪去商店' (I go along to the store). Remember, 陪同 is more formal.
Pronunciation of 陪同
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How to say to accompany in Chinese
“to accompany” in Chinese is陪同
The term 陪同 (péi tóng) means 'to accompany' or 'to go along with someone.' It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly when referring to accompanying someone on a journey or during an event. The nuance often implies a supportive or collaborative presence.
When to use 陪同
Be careful not to confuse 陪同 with simply 陪 (péi), which means 'to accompany' but lacks the formal nuance of 陪同. This term is often used in formal settings, such as business or diplomatic contexts, and is frequently paired with terms like 访问 (fǎngwèn, 'visit').
陪同 or something close to it
陪伴 (péi bàn) vs 陪同 (péi tóng): choose 陪伴 when emphasizing emotional support or companionship, while 陪同 focuses more on the act of accompanying in a formal or logistical sense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 陪同 in informal settings, saying something like '我陪同去商店' (I accompany to the store) instead of '我陪去商店' (I go along to the store). Remember, 陪同 is more formal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 陪同
It is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as business or official visits, rather than everyday casual interactions.
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