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Revision as of 07:38, 17 November 2011
When using 跟 (gēn) as a preposition, it is used the same way "with" is in English. The other subject can be any kind of noun, but is usually associated with joint-action "with" another person.
Here are some examples using this preposition:
- 昨天 晚上 我 跟 我 的 朋友 吃 晚饭。
- 每天 我 跟 他 争吵。
- 你 跟 他 喝 啤酒 吗?
Sources and further reading
Books
- Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar: A Practical Guide (pp. 84, 88)