一同
我们一同去看电影吧。
Let's go watch a movie together.
Together; in the same place or doing something collectively.
他们一同出席了会议。
They attended the meeting together.
我们一同努力完成这个项目。
We worked together to complete this project.
Often used in formal or written contexts to emphasize joint action.
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Casual
Use '一同' in formal settings like meetings, reports, or official invitations. For everyday conversations, '一起' is more natural.
Gold Rule
Subject Inclusion
The subject is often plural or implicitly understood to include the speaker and others, as the phrase emphasizes collective action.
Word Origin
Composed of '一' (one) and '同' (same), indicating unity or togetherness. The phrase has been used in classical Chinese and remains in modern usage.
Usage Notes
Prefer '一起' for casual contexts and '一同' for formal or written language. '一同' often implies a shared purpose or coordinated action.