二来

二来 is an adverb that means 'secondly' or 'furthermore,' used to introduce a second reason or point in a discussion. It is commonly used in spoken and written Chinese to add another consideration, often in contrast to the first point.

The character 二 (èr) means 'two,' and 来 (lái) means 'come' or 'to come.' Together, 二来 conveys the idea of a secondary or additional factor, as if something is being brought into the conversation next.

In everyday usage, 二来 is often paired with 一来 (yī lái), meaning 'firstly,' to structure arguments or explanations. It reflects a logical, structured way of thinking common in Chinese communication, where ideas are presented in a clear sequence.