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    Chinese Grammar

    Expressing 'along with' or 'following' with 随 (suí)

    Connecting Ideas
    Manner & Method

    Structure

    随 + Noun/Verb

    Explanation

    随 (suí) is a preposition meaning "to follow," "along with," or "at one's convenience." It is often paired with other characters to form common expressions such as 随身 (on one's person) or 随时 (at any time). It conveys a sense of going along with something naturally or casually.

    Examples

    • 请随身携带你的护照。

      qǐng suíshēn xiédài nǐ de hùzhào.

      Please carry your passport with you at all times.

    • 你随时可以给我打电话。

      nǐ suíshí kěyǐ gěi wǒ dǎ diànhuà.

      You can call me anytime.

    • 孩子们随父母搬到了新城市。

      háizimen suí fùmǔ bān dào le xīn chéngshì.

      The children moved to a new city with their parents.

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