verb HSK 5
Traditional 追隨
to follow · to pursue · to go along with
Meaning
追随 means to follow someone or something, especially in terms of following a leader, ideology, or path. It carries a sense of devoted or loyal following, often implying the follower admires or respects what they are following.
Usage
This is a more formal or literary verb compared to the simpler 跟随 (gēn suí). It's commonly used when discussing following leaders, trends, beliefs, or someone's footsteps in life. The word often appears in written contexts or speeches and carries positive connotations of loyalty and dedication.
Examples
- 01他一直追随自己的梦想，从不放弃。, .He has always followed his dreams and never gives up.
- 02很多人选择追随这位伟大的思想家。.Many people choose to follow this great thinker.
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Common collocations
- 追随者follower, adherent
- 追随潮流to follow trends
- 追随领袖to follow a leader
- 追随脚步to follow in someone's footsteps
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 追 (to chase/pursue) and 随 (to follow), literally meaning 'to chase and follow,' emphasizing active pursuit rather than passive following.