Chinese

gēnzhe
Meaning: to follow; following; immediately after
Part of Speech: Verb, Conjunction

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Example sentences

聽了報告,跟著就討論。
听了报告,跟著就讨论。
After hearing the report, we immediately started a discussion.
隨著需求增加,這款手機的價格也跟著上漲了。
As demand increased, the price of this mobile phone also rose.
聽到這首歌,我不由自主地跟著唱了起來。
Hearing this song, I couldn't help but sing along.
這段音樂充滿了動感,讓人忍不住想跟著起舞。
This piece of music is full of dynamic energy, making one want to dance along.
他明明不會喝酒,卻硬要跟著大家一起乾杯。
He clearly can't drink, but he insisted on joining everyone for a toast.

Usage Notes

Can mean following someone physically or one event following another in time.

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