English · Greetings & Phrases

come in

/kʌm ɪn/

[/kʌm ɪn/]

enter

Beginnerverb

Definition

To enter a place, often used as an invitation. It can also mean to arrive or become available.

Example

Please come in and make yourself at home.

Please come in and make yourself at home.

Etymology

From 'come' plus 'in', describing movement into a place.

How & Where It’s Used

Common polite invitation to enter.

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