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| Word | Register | Typical use | Connects | Notes |
| 与 | formal, written | contracts, news, academic | nouns, verbs, clauses | raises tone; avoid in casual speech |
| 和 | neutral, spoken | everyday conversation | nouns | safest default “and” |
| 跟 | informal, spoken | casual speech | nouns, some verbs | often implies “with / to / from” |
与其等他，不如自己去。
Rather than waiting for him, it’s better to go yourself.
