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と相まって (to aimatte)
Meaning: together with; along with
How to use the: Noun + と（が）相まって
Explain:
Used in the case of showing two or more combined actions / events that influence each other to produce a certain result.
Example sentences:
1, 彼の現代的な建築は背景のすばらしい自然と相まって、シンプルでやすらぎのある空間を生み出している。
Kare no gendai-tekina kenchiku wa haikei no subarashī shizen to aimatte, shinpurude yasuragi no aru kūkan o umidashite iru.
His modern architecture, coupled with the wonderful natural setting, creates a space that is both simple and peaceful.
2, 不況と相まって、会社員の給料は伸び悩んでいる。
fukyou to aimatte, kaishain no kyuuryou wa nobinayande iru.
Due to the recession, company employees’ wage growth has been sluggish.
3, その映画は、弦楽器の音色が美しい映像と相まって、見る人を感動させずにはおかないすばれしい作品となっている。
Sono eiga wa, gengakki no neiro ga utsukushī eizō to aimatte, miru hito o kandō sa sezu ni wa okanai su bare shī sakuhin to natte iru.
By the timbre of the strings combined with the beautiful images, this film has become a great work that touches the audience.
4, 環境破壊と相まって、水や空気の汚染が進んでいる。
kankyouhakai to aimatte, mizu ya kuuki no osen ga susunde iru.
Because of environmental destruction, water and air pollution are getting worse.
