accompanied by
The report was accompanied by a detailed analysis.
Der Bericht war von einer detaillierten Analyse begleitet.
in Begleitung von; zusammen mit
The tour guide was accompanied by a group of students.
Der Reiseleiter wurde von einer Gruppe von Schülern begleitet.
The dessert was accompanied by a glass of wine.
Das Dessert wurde von einem Glas Wein begleitet.
Used to indicate that someone or something is present with another thing or person in a supportive or accompanying role.
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Formal vs. Informal
In German, 'accompanied by' is typically translated as 'begleitet von' in formal contexts. For informal settings, consider 'mit' (with) or 'zusammen mit' (together with).
Goldene Regel
Position in Sentence
In German, 'begleitet von' usually follows the noun it describes, similar to English. Example: 'Der Bericht, begleitet von einer Analyse' (The report, accompanied by an analysis).
Wortursprung
From Middle English 'accompagnien' (to accompany) + 'by' (preposition indicating accompaniment). The phrase 'accompanied by' emerged in the 16th century as a formal way to indicate presence or association.
Verwendungshinweise
Primarily used in formal or written contexts. In spoken German, 'mit' or 'zusammen mit' are more common alternatives, but 'begleitet von' is often used in literary or official texts.