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March 24, 2026
附带(附帶)fùdài(fu4dai4)
附带 (fu4 dai4) refers to something that is supplementary or incidental. It is often used to describe additional information or items that accompany something primary, such as ancillary benefits, side effects, or extra features. This term implies that the added element is not the main focus but is relevant in context.
Frequency#14963DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In business and legal contexts in China, 附带 is often used to denote terms that are not primary but still crucial, reflecting the importance of comprehensive agreements and understanding in these areas.
Memory Tip
Think of 附 (fu4) as 'attached' and 带 (dai4) as 'to carry'. Imagine carrying extra bags that are attached to your main luggage—these are the supplementary items you bring along, just like the concept of 附带 which refers to additional, incidental things.
Meanings of 附带
fùdài(fu4dai4)
1supplementary
2incidentally
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About 附带
附带Simplified
附帶Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
附属 (fùshǔ) refers to something that is subordinate or attached, while 附带 (fùdài) emphasizes supplementary aspects that are incidental rather than central.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 附 (fu4) as 'attached' and 带 (dai4) as 'to carry'. Imagine carrying extra bags that are attached to your main luggage—these are the supplementary items you bring along, just like the concept of 附带 which refers to additional, incidental things.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the context in which 附带 is used, as it can imply both positive and neutral connotations. Common collocations include 附带条件 (supplementary conditions) and 附带费用 (additional costs). It is usually used in more formal contexts, so avoid it in casual conversations.
HSK Study Tips
While 附带 is not explicitly found in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for HSK 4 and above learners to recognize and use in complex sentences. Focus on understanding how it can modify nouns to express additional attributes.
Cultural Note
In business and legal contexts in China, 附带 is often used to denote terms that are not primary but still crucial, reflecting the importance of comprehensive agreements and understanding in these areas.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 附带 with 直接 (directly), leading to sentences like '这个问题是附带的' (This question is direct), which should be corrected to '这个问题是附带的' (This question is incidental).
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Cultural Notes for 附带
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In business and legal contexts in China, 附带 is often used to denote terms that are not primary but still crucial, reflecting the importance of comprehensive agreements and understanding in these areas.
Frequently Asked Questions about 附带
Yes, but it is more commonly found in formal writing or discussions, particularly in business and legal contexts.
While both can mean 'additional', 附带 emphasizes something that is supplementary or incidental, whereas 另外 often refers to something that is separate or different.
