🇫🇷 How to say

“to come” in French

venir
Illustration of "to come" in a French cultural setting
A group of friends is standing at a train station, eagerly waiting for their train to arrive. They are excitedly chatting about their plans for the day as they watch the trains come and go.

Usage note

The verb 'venir' means 'to come' and is commonly used when talking about movement towards a place. It can be used in various contexts, making it a very useful verb in everyday conversations.

Examples

  • Je viens de la gare.

    I come from the station.

  • Tu viens avec nous?

    Are you coming with us?

  • Il vient à la fête.

    He is coming to the party.

Quick check

What does "venir" mean?

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

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