拿来

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ná lái
Meaning: to take
Example
你能不能把书拿来?
ná lái

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拿来 (ná lái) meaning in English
lái

拿来 is a verb meaning 'to take' or 'to bring' in Chinese. It is commonly used to indicate the action of obtaining or receiving something, often in a direct or assertive context.

The character 拿 (ná) means 'to take' or 'to hold,' while 来 (lái) means 'to come' or 'to arrive.' Together, they form a phrase that implies taking or bringing something from one place to another, often with a sense of ownership or initiative.

拿来 is frequently used in daily conversations, especially when someone is asking for an item or requesting something to be brought. It is also found in idiomatic expressions and can carry a slightly demanding tone depending on context.

💬 Example Sentences

你能不能把书拿来?
ná lái
Can you bring me the book?
我需要把文件拿来办公室。
ná lái
I need to bring the documents to the office.

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