English · Common Verbs

come

/kʌm/

[/kʌm/]

to move toward

Beginnerverb

Definition

To move toward the speaker or a particular place.

Example

Please come to the front of the room when your name is called.

Please come to the front of the room when your name is called.

Etymology

From Old English "cuman," to arrive.

How & Where It’s Used

A core motion verb; irregular (come, came, come).

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