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UK//kʌm hɪə//US//kʌm hɪr//

Meaning of Come here

To move towards the speaker's location.

In simple words: to move closer to where I am

Come here in a sentence

  • Could you please come here for a moment?
  • Come here; I have something to show you!
  • When he asked her to come here, she smiled.
  • I couldn't hear you, can you come here?
  • She said, 'Come here, let's talk privately.'

How to use Come here

Used to direct someone to your location. Generally appropriate in casual settings; may be too informal for formal invitations.

Grammar pattern

come + adverb

Memory hint

Think of a friend saying 'Come here!' when they want you to join them.

Related words

Collocations with Come here

  • come here now
  • come here quickly
  • come here often

Synonyms for Come here

Opposites of Come here

Common mistakes with Come here

  • Using 'come' without a destination.
  • Saying 'came here' when asking in the present.
  • Mixing up with 'go there' which indicates moving away.

Compare Come here with Approach, Gather, Join

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Frequently asked questions about "Come here"

What does "Come here" mean?

to move closer to where I am

What is the definition of "Come here"?

To move towards the speaker's location.

How do you use "Come here" in a sentence?

Could you please come here for a moment?

Can you give another example of "Come here"?

Come here; I have something to show you!

What are synonyms for "Come here"?

Common alternatives include approach, head this way, gather, join.

What is the opposite of "Come here"?

Opposite meanings include go away, leave, depart, move away.

What words go with "Come here"?

It commonly pairs with come here now, come here quickly, come here often.

What are common mistakes when using "Come here"?

Using 'come' without a destination. Saying 'came here' when asking in the present. Mixing up with 'go there' which indicates moving away.

How do you pronounce "Come here"?

US: //kʌm hɪr//, UK: //kʌm hɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Come here"?

Used to direct someone to your location. Generally appropriate in casual settings; may be too informal for formal invitations.