1.
accompanying; going together with
The act of going somewhere together with another person, or the person who accompanies someone. Often used in formal or official contexts.
保護者の同伴が必要です。
A guardian must accompany you.
大人が同伴すれば、子供も入場できます。
Children can enter if accompanied by an adult.
この映画は保護者同伴でなければ、十八歳未満の方はご覧になれません。
This movie cannot be viewed by those under eighteen without parental accompaniment.
USAGE:
同伴 is a formal word used in official rules, regulations, and announcements. It commonly appears in phrases like 保護者同伴 (accompanied by a guardian) at venues, movies, and events.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 保護者同伴 (accompanied by a guardian)
- 同伴者 (companion, accompanying person)
- 同伴入場 (entry with a companion)
SIMILAR WORDS:
一緒に is the everyday equivalent. 同伴 is more formal and often implies a requirement or condition.