Usage of 陪同
The verb 陪同 (péitóng) means 'to accompany' someone, often in a formal or official context. It is commonly used when referring to accompanying someone during visits, business trips, or official activities.
Common Collocations
- 陪同参观 (péitóng cānguān): accompany on a visit or tour
- 陪同出差 (péitóng chūchāi): accompany on a business trip
- 陪同就医 (péitóng jiùyī): accompany to see a doctor
These collocations highlight the typical contexts where 陪同 is used, emphasizing the role of accompanying someone for support or assistance.
Register and Tone
陪同 is more formal than just 陪 (to accompany) and is often used in written or official speech. It implies a purposeful accompaniment rather than casual company.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 陪同 with 伴随 (bànsuí), which also means 'to accompany' but often emphasizes simultaneous occurrence rather than physical accompaniment. 陪同 specifically refers to physically going along with someone.