🇨🇳 How to say

“to come” in Chinese

来lái
Illustration of "to come" in a Chinese cultural setting
A busy train station where people are arriving from different directions. Some passengers are stepping off trains, while others are greeting friends and family as they come to meet them. Everyone is excited and moving towards each other.

Usage note

The word 来 (lái) means 'to come' and is often used to describe movement towards the speaker. It is a very common verb in everyday conversation when talking about visiting places or people.

Examples

  • 我来这里。

    I come here.

  • 他来我的家。

    He comes to my house.

  • 我们来一起吃饭。

    We come to eat together.

Quick check

What does "来" mean?

  • A. to come
  • B. to eat
  • C. to listen
  • D. to sleep

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