accompany
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /əˈkʌmpəni/
KK: /əˈkʌmpəni/
intransitive verb
Definition
To go along with someone or something, often to provide support or to enhance the experience.
Example
She decided to accompany her friend to the concert.
Tense Forms
Past: accompanied
Past Participle: accompanied
Conversation
Did you hear that beautiful piano piece at the concert last night?
Yes, it was amazing! The way the violin accompanied the piano was perfect.
I know! It added so much depth to the music.
Absolutely, I love when instruments accompany each other like that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
join
follow
attend
Antonyms
leave
depart
forsake
transitive verb
Definition
To go somewhere with someone or to be together with something, often to provide support or enhance the experience.
Example
She will accompany him to the concert tonight.
Tense Forms
Past: accompanied
Past Participle: accompanied
Conversation
Hey, do you want to grab some coffee and accompany me to the bookstore?
Sure, I love browsing for new books!
Great! Maybe we can find something for you to read while I accompany you with my picks.
Root Explanation
Accompany is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "com-" (meaning together) and "panis" (meaning bread). The word originally referred to the act of sharing bread together, symbolizing companionship or being together with someone.
Memory Tip
Think of 'together' ('com-') and 'to' ('ad-') as you picture people sharing bread, which helps you remember that 'accompany' means to go along with someone.
Visually Confused Words
reaccompany
company