身边

shēn biān

HSK 3

Meaning

身边；身体的周围；附近。

By one's side; around one's body; nearby; close to one.

多用来指人附近的空间或陪伴在旁的人，强调距离近。

Often used to refer to the space near a person or people who are accompanying, emphasizing close proximity.

1 她身边总是带着一个小笔记本。 (She always carries a small notebook by her side.)
2 父母不在身边，要学会自己照顾自己。 (When parents are not around, one must learn to take care of oneself.)
3 他身边围着一群孩子。 (A group of children gathered around him.)
4 我身边有一位非常可靠的朋友。 (I have a very reliable friend by my side.)
5 请把行李放在身边。 (Please put the luggage next to you.)
6 她身边没人陪伴，显得很孤单。 (She has no one by her side and looks very lonely.)
7 身边的环境越来越好了。 (The environment around us is getting better and better.)

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