Chinese · Common Verbs
来
lái
To come
Beginnerverb
Definition
To move toward the speaker or a place.
Example
请来我家吃饭。
Please come to my home for dinner.
Etymology
'来' (lái) is derived from ancient usage meaning 'to come' and indicates movement toward the speaker or a destination.
How & Where It’s Used
'来' is used in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in everyday conversations and written language.