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UK//biː ˈwɛlkəm//US//bi ˈwɛlkəm//

Meaning of Be welcome

An expression inviting someone to feel at home or accepted.

In simple words: Feel free to be here or join us.

Be welcome in a sentence

  • When you arrive at the party, just be welcome and enjoy the festivities.
  • At my house, you can be welcome anytime; my door is always open.
  • I hope you feel you can be welcome here among friends.
  • When new members join, we always say they should be welcome in our group.

How to use Be welcome

Used when greeting someone, it’s polite and friendly. Appropriate in informal and formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine opening your door wide and saying to the guest, 'Be welcome!'

Related words

Collocations with Be welcome

  • be welcome at any time
  • be welcome to join
  • be welcome in our home
  • be welcome to participate
  • be welcome among friends

Synonyms for Be welcome

Common mistakes with Be welcome

  • Saying 'be welcomed' instead of 'be welcome'.
  • Confusing with 'welcome' as a noun. 'Be welcome' is a greeting.
  • Using in the wrong context, such as formal business situations.

Compare Be welcome with Make yourself at home, Enjoy yourself

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Frequently asked questions about Be welcome

What does Be welcome mean?

Feel free to be here or join us.

What is the definition of Be welcome?

An expression inviting someone to feel at home or accepted.

How do you use Be welcome in a sentence?

When you arrive at the party, just be welcome and enjoy the festivities.

Can you give another example of Be welcome?

At my house, you can be welcome anytime; my door is always open.

What are synonyms for Be welcome?

Common alternatives include feel welcome, be invited, make yourself at home, enjoy yourself, join us.

What words go with Be welcome?

It commonly pairs with be welcome at any time, be welcome to join, be welcome in our home, be welcome to participate, be welcome among friends.

What are common mistakes when using Be welcome?

Saying 'be welcomed' instead of 'be welcome'. Confusing with 'welcome' as a noun. 'Be welcome' is a greeting. Using in the wrong context, such as formal business situations.

How do you pronounce Be welcome?

US: //bi ˈwɛlkəm//, UK: //biː ˈwɛlkəm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Be welcome?

Used when greeting someone, it’s polite and friendly. Appropriate in informal and formal settings.