Meaning and Usage
The word 同行 (tóngháng) has two main uses in Mandarin Chinese. First, it refers to people who work in the same profession or industry, similar to 'colleagues' or 'peers' in English. Second, it can mean to accompany someone on a trip or journey, emphasizing traveling together.
Common Collocations
- 同行业 (tóng háng yè): same industry or profession
- 同行人员 (tóngháng rényuán): people traveling together
- 同行出差 (tóngháng chūchāi): business trip with companions
Usage Notes
When used to describe people in the same profession, 同行 often implies a sense of camaraderie or mutual support. When used as a verb or noun related to travel, it highlights the act of accompanying someone physically. It is more formal than just saying '一起去' (go together).
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 同行 with 同学 (classmates) or 同事 (colleagues in the same company). 同行 is broader, referring to the same profession or traveling together, not limited to school or company contexts.