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March 24, 2026
连同(連同)liántóng(lian2tong2)
连同 (lián tóng) means 'together with' or 'along with,' typically used to indicate the inclusion of something in addition to what is already mentioned. It is commonly used in both written and spoken Chinese, especially in formal contexts or when listing items or people.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, the phrase 连同 is often used in official documents and contracts to specify all included parties or items, reflecting the importance of clarity in agreements.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 连 as 'to connect' and 同 as 'the same'—imagine a bridge connecting two islands that are the same, showing that they are together. The sound 'lian' is like 'linking,' and 'tong' sounds like 'together,' helping you remember their meanings.
Meanings of 连同
liántóng(lian2tong2)
1together with
2along with
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About 连同
连同Simplified
連同Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#14241Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
与 (yǔ) — use 连同 when emphasizing the inclusion of items together, while 与 is more neutral for simply connecting items.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 连 as 'to connect' and 同 as 'the same'—imagine a bridge connecting two islands that are the same, showing that they are together. The sound 'lian' is like 'linking,' and 'tong' sounds like 'together,' helping you remember their meanings.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 连同 with just 连, which means 'to link' without the 'together with' nuance. It is often used in formal writing or announcements; hence, it may sound overly formal in casual conversation. Common collocations include 连同文件 (together with the documents) and 连同人员 (along with the personnel).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 连同 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to inclusion and addition. Focus on its use in formal writing and speeches, where clarity in listing or describing relationships is crucial.
Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, the phrase 连同 is often used in official documents and contracts to specify all included parties or items, reflecting the importance of clarity in agreements.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 连同 in informal contexts where it sounds too stiff, such as in casual chats. For instance, saying '我连同你' (wǒ lián tóng nǐ) instead of '我和你' (wǒ hé nǐ) is incorrect. Use 连同 primarily in formal writing or announcements.
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Grammar Patterns of 连同
连同 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高,not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. 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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Complete the Sentence
请将填好的表格____汇款寄回。
Please return the completed form with your remittance.
Send the coupon with a cheque for £50, made payable to "Good Housekeeping"
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我把这两种的经历连同热带用的工具一古脑儿甩到一边.
wǒ bǎ zhè liǎng zhǒng de jīng lì lián tóng rè dài yòng de gōng jù yī gǔ nǎo ér shuǎi dào yī biān.
I discaroled the experiences of those two years with my tropical kit.
Cultural Notes for 连同
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese business culture, the phrase 连同 is often used in official documents and contracts to specify all included parties or items, reflecting the importance of clarity in agreements.
Frequently Asked Questions about 连同
连 means 'to connect,' while 连同 emphasizes 'together with,' making it more suitable for formal contexts.
It's best to reserve 连同 for formal situations; in casual talk, you might simply say 和 (hé) or 跟 (gēn) for 'and'.
No, 连同 can also refer to groups of people, making it versatile for various contexts.