Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Paired, coupled, or accompanied: Describes something or someone that exists, appears, or acts together with another, forming a pair or a set. It often implies a close, inseparable, or matching association.
   • Attached or following closely: Can describe something that is an inherent or constant part of something else, like an accompaniment or a consequence.

Usage Examples

• Adjective: (These two antique vases are always sold as a pair.) (She came to the party with her boyfriend closely accompanying her.) (The difficulties inherently attached to the new project are unavoidable.)

Advanced Usage

• Used to emphasize an inseparable or standard pairing: Often highlights that two items or concepts are so commonly linked that one suggests the other. (In Vietnamese cuisine, fermented shrimp paste typically comes standard with boiled meat.)

Variants and Related Words

• Cập kèm (adj): This is a direct variant with identical meaning and usage to "cặp kèm". The two forms are interchangeable. (Benefits and responsibilities always go hand in hand.)

Synonyms

• Đi đôi với: to go together with, to be paired with.
• Kèm theo: accompanying, attached.
• Song hành: to go alongside, to parallel.

Related Phrases

• Đi cặp kèm: To go together as a pair; to be constantly accompanied. (He goes everywhere constantly accompanied by his phone.)

adj

1. như cập kèm