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UK//kʌm əˈgɛn//US//kʌm əˈɡɛn//

Meaning of Come again

A request for someone to repeat what they just said.

In simple words: Please repeat what you just said.

Come again in a sentence

  • Could you come again? I didn’t catch that.
  • In a noisy room, it's common to say, 'Come again?'
  • I didn’t hear you; could you come again?

How to use Come again

Used when asking someone to repeat something. It's polite but can be used in casual situations as well.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of someone asking someone else to 'come back' to repeat their words.

Related words

Collocations with Come again

  • come again later
  • come again please
  • come again for clarity

Synonyms for Come again

Opposites of Come again

Common mistakes with Come again

  • Using it in very formal situations where a more serious phrase is needed.
  • Saying it too aggressively can come off as rude.

Compare Come again with Say that again, Pardon

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Frequently asked questions about Come again

What does Come again mean?

Please repeat what you just said.

What is the definition of Come again?

A request for someone to repeat what they just said.

How do you use Come again in a sentence?

Could you come again? I didn’t catch that.

Can you give another example of Come again?

In a noisy room, it's common to say, 'Come again?'

What are synonyms for Come again?

Common alternatives include say that again, repeat please, pardon.

What is the opposite of Come again?

Opposite meanings include go away, leave.

What words go with Come again?

It commonly pairs with come again later, come again please, come again for clarity.

What are common mistakes when using Come again?

Using it in very formal situations where a more serious phrase is needed. Saying it too aggressively can come off as rude.

How do you pronounce Come again?

US: //kʌm əˈɡɛn//, UK: //kʌm əˈgɛn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Come again?

Used when asking someone to repeat something. It's polite but can be used in casual situations as well.