Definition
来 (lái) is the everyday word for 'to come' — used in all casual situations. 前来 (qián lái) means the same but is formal/respectful, often used in written announcements or polite invitations. At HSK 1, just learn the basic meaning; other uses (like 'in order to' or 'since') come at higher levels.
verb
to come
Easily confused
- 赖làisound-alike(verb) to rely on; to depend on
Examples
- 来。Tā lái le.He came.
- 来?Nǐ lái ma?Are you coming?
- ,来。Wǒ qù, tā lái.I go, he comes.
Grammar
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