together
Meaning: With each other; at the same time; into one place or group
Together indicates being with others, combining things, or simultaneous action. 'All together' means everyone at once (different from 'altogether' meaning entirely). 'Together with' adds to a list. 'Get together' means to meet socially. As slang, 'together' can mean organised or competent.
Examples
- We've been working together for five years. 我们一起工作了五年。Hemos estado trabajando juntos durante cinco años.私たちは5年間一緒に働いています。우리는 5년 동안 함께 일해 왔습니다.
- Let's get together for lunch sometime next week. 下周找个时间一起吃午饭吧。Quedemos para almorzar en algún momento la próxima semana.来週のいつか一緒にランチしましょう。다음 주 언제 함께 점심 먹읍시다.
- Mix the flour and sugar together in a bowl. 将面粉和糖在碗里混合在一起。Mezcla la harina y el azúcar juntos en un bol.小麦粉と砂糖をボウルで一緒に混ぜてください。밀가루와 설탕을 그릇에 넣고 함께 섞어 주세요.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old English 'tōgædere', from 'tō' (to) + 'gædere' (together), from Proto-Germanic 'gaduraz' (together). The root is related to 'gather' — being together is essentially being gathered in one place. The slang sense of 'having it together' (being organised) emerged in the 1960s.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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