accompanied by

/əˈkʌmpənid baɪ/
phraseIntermediate💡 going together with
formal

To go or be present together with someone or something

The singer was accompanied by a live band.

A live band played music while the singer performed.

The letter was accompanied by a photograph.

A photograph was included with the letter.

💡

Often used in formal or written contexts to describe something that goes along with another thing.

Collocations

accompanied byused to describe something that goes with another thing

Related Phrases

go withphrase
to be suitable or appropriate with something
come withphrase
to be included as part of something

💡Pro Tip

Formal Usage

This phrase is more formal and is often used in writing, such as in descriptions or formal announcements.

Gold Rule

Correct Preposition

Always use 'by' after 'accompanied'. Do not use 'with' or other prepositions.

📖Word Origin

From the verb 'accompany' (from Old French 'acompagner'), meaning to go with or be present with someone or something, plus the preposition 'by'.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in formal writing and descriptions, especially in contexts like music, events, or when describing additional items or elements.

Word Breakdown

accompanied
past participle of 'accompany'
root
+
by
preposition indicating association
preposition
English Dictionary