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March 24, 2026
随身(隨身)suíshēn(sui2shen1)
The term '随身' refers to carrying something on one's person or taking an item along with oneself. It is commonly used in contexts where individuals keep essential items, such as keys or a phone, readily accessible. The phrase conveys a sense of convenience and readiness.
Frequency#6019DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being prepared and having essential items '随身' reflects practicality and responsibility. This is especially seen in urban settings where people often carry portable technology like smartphones and power banks.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person '随' (following) their '身' (body) closely, always carrying important items like a wallet or phone. Picture someone who never leaves home without their essentials, illustrating how these items are always with them, just like a shadow.
Meanings of 随身
suíshēn(sui2shen1)
1to (carry) on one's person
2to (take) with one
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About 随身
随身Simplified
隨身Traditional
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副形词xíngróngcíadj-adverb (adj.-adv.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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随带 (suídài) - use '随身' when emphasizing personal carrying, while '随带' suggests bringing along something that may not be on one's person.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person '随' (following) their '身' (body) closely, always carrying important items like a wallet or phone. Picture someone who never leaves home without their essentials, illustrating how these items are always with them, just like a shadow.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse '随身' with similar expressions. It is typically informal and often used in everyday conversation rather than formal writing. Common collocations include '随身携带' (to carry on one's person) and '随身物品' (personal belongings).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '随身' connects with other words related to personal items and carrying, such as '携带' (to carry) and '带' (to bring). Focus on practicing its usage in sentences that describe what you carry daily.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being prepared and having essential items '随身' reflects practicality and responsibility. This is especially seen in urban settings where people often carry portable technology like smartphones and power banks.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up '随身' with '随便' (casually) due to similar sounds. Remember, '随身' is about carrying items, while '随便' refers to doing something without restriction or care.
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Grammar Patterns of 随身
随身 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他老是记不起把自己阅读时用的放大镜放在什么地方，所以助手们会____携带备用的。
He misplaces his reading glasses with such regularity that aides carry extras.
Example Sentences for 随身 (4)
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他老是记不起把自己阅读时用的放大镜放在什么地方，所以助手们会随身携带备用的。
tā lǎo shì jì bù qǐ bǎ zì jǐ yuè dú shí yòng de fàng dà jìng fàng zài shí mó dì fāng， ， suǒ yǐ zhù shǒu mén huì suí shēn xié dài bèi yòng。
He misplaces his reading glasses with such regularity that aides carry extras.
It is more expensive to run a personal stereo on disposable batteries than on rechargeables.
3
他随身带着伞.
tā suí shēn dài zháo sǎn.
He took his umbrella along.
4
随身带把伞去.
suí shēn dài bǎ sǎn qù.
Take an umbrella with you.
Cultural Notes for 随身
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being prepared and having essential items '随身' reflects practicality and responsibility. This is especially seen in urban settings where people often carry portable technology like smartphones and power banks.
Frequently Asked Questions about 随身
'随身' typically refers to physical items. For intangible concepts, use different expressions.
'随身' is generally informal and best suited for casual conversations.
You can say '我随身带着我的手机' (I always carry my phone on me).
