Chinese
qiánlái
Meaning: to come (to); to arrive
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

歡迎各位前來參觀。
欢迎各位前来参观。
Welcome everyone to come and visit.
這場活動吸引了各界人士前來參加。
This event attracted people from all walks of life.
廣場上聚集了許多前來參加活動的人。
Many people gathered in the square to participate in the activity.
他的葬禮莊嚴肅穆,許多親友前來弔唁。
His funeral was solemn and respectful, with many friends and relatives coming to offer their condolences.
夜市裡的商品五花八門,吸引了許多觀光客前來購買。
The goods in the night market are varied and manifold, attracting many tourists to come and buy.

Usage Notes

Formal way of saying 'to come' to a place, often used in invitations or official contexts.

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