伴随

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Usage and Nuances

The verb 伴随 (bàn suí) primarily means "to accompany" or "to be accompanied by." It is often used to describe one event or condition occurring together with another, especially in formal or written contexts. For example, it frequently appears in medical, scientific, or sociological descriptions where one phenomenon is accompanied by another.

Common Collocations

  • 伴随症状 (bàn suí zhèngzhuàng): accompanying symptoms, used in medical contexts.
  • 伴随变化 (bàn suí biànhuà): accompanying changes, often in social or economic discussions.
  • 伴随 (bàn suí tuánduì): to accompany a team, indicating going along with a group.

Register and Tone

伴随 is more formal and less conversational than simpler verbs like (gēn) or (péi). It is suitable for academic, professional, or written language rather than casual speech.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 伴随 with (péi), which also means "to accompany" but usually implies personal presence or company in a more casual or emotional sense. 伴随 often emphasizes simultaneous occurrence or accompaniment of events or conditions rather than physical company.

Example Sentences

The occurrence of a disease is often accompanied by some obvious symptoms.

He decided to accompany the team to complete this project together.

Economic development is accompanied by changes in social structure.