This is the 13394th most frequent German word.
bei
"Bei" in German means "at," "near," "with," or "by," depending on the context.
This usage shows 'bei' as a conditional marker linked to a situation or circumstance.
Bei schlechtem Wetter bleiben wir drinnen.
In bad weather, we stay inside.
In this sentence, 'bei' specifies the location related to a person.
Wir treffen uns bei ihm zu Hause.
We are meeting at his place.
Here, 'bei' indicates the place of employment or affiliation.