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Meaning of They're coming

A phrase indicating that a group of people is approaching or arriving.

In simple words: They are arriving.

They're coming in a sentence

  • The guests just texted; they're coming!
  • Hurry up! I can hear they're coming.
  • When I saw them at the corner, I knew they're coming for the party.

How to use They're coming

Use this phrase when announcing someone's arrival. It's informal and should not be used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a crowd — they're coming towards you!

Related words

Collocations with They're coming

  • they're coming soon
  • they're coming over
  • they're coming to visit

Synonyms for They're coming

  • they are arriving
  • they are approaching
  • they are here

Common mistakes with They're coming

  • Confused with 'there' and 'their'.
  • Omitting the contraction in formal contexts.
  • Using it without context, making it unclear who 'they' refers to.

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Frequently asked questions about They're coming

What does They're coming mean?

They are arriving.

What is the definition of They're coming?

A phrase indicating that a group of people is approaching or arriving.

How do you use They're coming in a sentence?

The guests just texted; they're coming!

Can you give another example of They're coming?

Hurry up! I can hear they're coming.

What are synonyms for They're coming?

Common alternatives include they are arriving, they are approaching, they are here.

What words go with They're coming?

It commonly pairs with they're coming soon, they're coming over, they're coming to visit.

What are common mistakes when using They're coming?

Confused with 'there' and 'their'. Omitting the contraction in formal contexts. Using it without context, making it unclear who 'they' refers to.

How do you pronounce They're coming?

US: //ðɛr ˈkʌmɪŋ//, UK: //ðeə(r) ˈkʌmɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use They're coming?

Use this phrase when announcing someone's arrival. It's informal and should not be used in formal writing.