accompany
Translation
to go with, to play music with, to occur with
Examples
I will accompany you to the station.
I will accompany you to the station.
The singer was accompanied on the piano.
The singer was accompanied on the piano.
The storm was accompanied by strong winds.
The storm was accompanied by strong winds.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to go somewhere with (sb./sth.) I will accompany you to the station.
((be)) accompanied ((by sth.)) to happen or appear with (sth.) else The storm was accompanied by strong winds.
Similar Words
Synonyms: go with, escort, attend; Antonyms: abandon, leave
Etymology
From Old French 'acompaignier', from 'a-' (to) + 'compaignon' (companion). Literally 'to be a companion to'.
Memory Tips
Think 'a company' – you are providing company for someone.