Accompany: meaning, definitions and examples

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accompany

 

[ əˈkʌmpəni ]

Context #1 | Verb

music

To perform a musical piece with another instrument or voice to enhance or support the main melody.

Synonyms

accompanying, back up, support

Examples of usage

  • She will accompany the singer on the piano during the concert.
  • The violinist will accompany the orchestra in the symphony performance.
Context #2 | Verb

travel

To go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort.

Synonyms

accompanying, escort, go with

Examples of usage

  • I will accompany you to the train station.
  • The bodyguard will accompany the celebrity to the event.

Translations

Translations of the word "accompany" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acompanhar

🇮🇳 साथ देना

🇩🇪 begleiten

🇮🇩 menemani

🇺🇦 супроводжувати

🇵🇱 towarzyszyć

🇯🇵 付き添う (つきそう)

🇫🇷 accompagner

🇪🇸 acompañar

🇹🇷 eşlik etmek

🇰🇷 동반하다 (동행하다)

🇸🇦 مرافقة

🇨🇿 doprovázet

🇸🇰 sprevádzať

🇨🇳 陪伴 (péi bàn)

🇸🇮 spremljati

🇮🇸 fylgja

🇰🇿 ілесу

🇬🇪 თანმხლები (tanmxleli)

🇦🇿 müşayiət etmək

🇲🇽 acompañar

Etymology

The word 'accompany' originated from the Middle English word 'acumpaignien' which came from the Old French word 'acompaignier', meaning 'to be a companion'. It first appeared in the English language in the 15th century. Over time, the meaning of 'accompany' evolved to include both musical and general companionship contexts.

See also: accompanied, accompaniment, accompanying, unaccompanied.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,940, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.