Introduces the starting point of a movement, time, or range; from; since

Used before a negative to mean "ever" or "always", indicating that something has been a certain way from the beginning; usually implies "never" or "has never" when followed by a negative.

To obey; to follow a principle, rule, or custom; to listen to

Introduces the basis or perspective for a judgment or action; according to; based on; judging from.

To take part in or be engaged in a profession or activity.

Introduces a route or place passed through; through; via; by way of

To follow someone physically; to go after

(bound form) Secondary; accessory; auxiliary; refers to a person attending to a superior, such as a follower or retainer.

(bound form) Describes relatives who share a common paternal grandfather or earlier ancestor, such as cousins.

A Chinese surname.

(bound form) Only used in the compound 从容 cóng​róng, meaning calm, unhurried, or leisurely