with
Translation
with
Examples
I will go with you.
I will go with you.
She wrote the letter with a pen.
She wrote the letter with a pen.
He is a man with a big heart.
He is a man with a big heart.
Grammar Patterns
with ((sb./sth.)) indicates accompaniment I will go with you.
with ((sth.)) indicates instrument She wrote the letter with a pen.
with ((sth.)) indicates possession or attribute He is a man with a big heart.
Similar Words
Synonyms: along with, using; Antonyms: without
Etymology
From Old English 'wið' meaning 'against, toward'. The meaning shifted over time to 'together with'.
Memory Tips
Picture two things being connected or together. Think 'W' for 'We' – we go together with each other.