追随 zhuīsuí to follow
to follow; to accompany
How to remember 追随: 追 to chase + 随 follow = to follow.
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How it is used
- To follow / be a follower of a person or cause - 追随领袖 (zhuīsuí lǐngxiù) to follow a leader; 追随者 a follower/disciple.
- Implies loyal, willing following of someone's lead, ideas, or footsteps (追随他的脚步 to follow in his footsteps).
- 追随 = devoted following of a person/ideal; distinct from 跟随 (gēnsuí, physically following along) and from 追踪 (tracking). It carries allegiance.
Example sentences
- 汤姆想追随他父亲的脚步。 Tāngmǔ xiǎng zhuīsuí tā fùqīn de jiǎobù.Tom wanted to follow in his father's footsteps.