过来

过来 (guò lái) is a verb phrase that means 'to come here' or 'to come over.' It is commonly used to direct someone to move toward the speaker or a specific location.

The character 过 (guò) originally meant 'to cross' or 'to pass,' and it often conveys the idea of movement or transition. 来 (lái) means 'to come' or 'to arrive.' Together, they form a directional verb indicating movement toward the speaker or a specified place.

过来 is widely used in daily conversations, especially when inviting someone to approach or when directing attention. It can also be used metaphorically, such as in phrases like “别过来” (don't come over), which may imply a warning or refusal.