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UK//kʌm əˈlɒŋ//US//kʌm əˈlɔːŋ//

Meaning of Come along

To arrive or join someone or something, often in a friendly manner.

In simple words: to arrive or join someone or something

Come along in a sentence

  • Why don't you come along to the concert with us?
  • Come along and see what we've been working on!
  • She asked him to come along to her party.
  • We were late, but we still managed to come along.
  • After school, we can come along to the park.

How to use Come along

Used to invite someone to join in an activity. It is more friendly than formal. Avoid in very formal settings.

Grammar pattern

come along + with/ informal use as a standalone command

Memory hint

Think of a friend saying 'come along!' like inviting you to join a party.

Related words

Collocations with Come along

  • come along for the ride
  • come along with
  • come along to a meeting

Synonyms for Come along

Common mistakes with Come along

  • 'Come along to' is used incorrectly when implying destination.
  • Mixing up with 'come on' which has a more encouraging tone.
  • Using inappropriately in formal invitations.

Compare Come along with Join, Accompany, Attend, Participate

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Frequently asked questions about Come along

What does Come along mean?

to arrive or join someone or something

What is the definition of Come along?

To arrive or join someone or something, often in a friendly manner.

How do you use Come along in a sentence?

Why don't you come along to the concert with us?

Can you give another example of Come along?

Come along and see what we've been working on!

What are synonyms for Come along?

Common alternatives include join, accompany, attend, participate.

What words go with Come along?

It commonly pairs with come along for the ride, come along with, come along to a meeting.

What are common mistakes when using Come along?

'Come along to' is used incorrectly when implying destination. Mixing up with 'come on' which has a more encouraging tone. Using inappropriately in formal invitations.

How do you pronounce Come along?

US: //kʌm əˈlɔːŋ//, UK: //kʌm əˈlɒŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Come along?

Used to invite someone to join in an activity. It is more friendly than formal. Avoid in very formal settings.