A2 Expression 非正式

Come on in

Enter, please

意思

An invitation for someone to enter a room or building.

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文化背景

In the South, 'Come on in' is often followed by 'and sit a spell' or 'can I get you some sweet tea?' It is a cornerstone of Southern hospitality. While common, Brits might use 'Come in' more frequently than Americans, but 'Come on in' is used to show extra enthusiasm or to welcome someone into a cozy space. Australians use this phrase very casually. It fits the 'no worries' culture perfectly. In 'Open Door Policy' companies, 'Come on in' is a verbal signal that the hierarchy is flat and the manager is available for chat.

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The Smile Factor

Always say this with a smile. The phrase is designed to be friendly, so your face should match your words!

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Don't Overuse in Formal Writing

This is a spoken phrase. In a formal email, use 'We look forward to your visit' instead.

意思

An invitation for someone to enter a room or building.

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The Smile Factor

Always say this with a smile. The phrase is designed to be friendly, so your face should match your words!

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Don't Overuse in Formal Writing

This is a spoken phrase. In a formal email, use 'We look forward to your visit' instead.

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The 'On' Nuance

If you forget the 'on', you aren't being rude, but you are being less 'warm'. Use 'on' to build better relationships.

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Gestures

Combine the phrase with a sweeping arm gesture toward the inside of the room for maximum effect.

自我测试

Complete the sentence with the correct particles.

I'm so happy to see you! Don't just stand there, come ___ ___!

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: on in

'On in' is the standard welcoming phrase.

Which sentence is the most welcoming for a friend at your house?

Your friend knocks on your door. You say:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Come on in!

'Come on in!' is the warmest and most natural informal greeting.

Fill in the missing line.

Sarah: (Knocks on office door) 'Hi, do you have a second?' Boss: '____'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Come on in, Sarah!

In a modern office, 'Come on in' shows you are approachable.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: You are in a swimming pool and want your friend to join you.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Come on in!

'Come on in' is used for pools as well as rooms.

🎉 得分: /4

视觉学习工具

Come in vs. Come on in

Come in
Neutral Neutral
Instructional Instructional
Come on in
Warm Warm
Invitational Invitational

练习题库

4 练习
Complete the sentence with the correct particles. Fill Blank A2

I'm so happy to see you! Don't just stand there, come ___ ___!

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: on in

'On in' is the standard welcoming phrase.

Which sentence is the most welcoming for a friend at your house? Choose A2

Your friend knocks on your door. You say:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Come on in!

'Come on in!' is the warmest and most natural informal greeting.

Fill in the missing line. dialogue_completion B1

Sarah: (Knocks on office door) 'Hi, do you have a second?' Boss: '____'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Come on in, Sarah!

In a modern office, 'Come on in' shows you are approachable.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A2

Situation: You are in a swimming pool and want your friend to join you.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Come on in!

'Come on in' is used for pools as well as rooms.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

10 个问题

Yes, it is a perfectly correct phrasal verb construction used in everyday English.

Yes, 'Come on inside' is also correct and very common, especially if you are standing outdoors.

Usually no. Most modern bosses use it to seem friendly and accessible.

'Come in' is a neutral instruction. 'Come on in' is a warm, friendly invitation.

Usually, we say 'Get in' or 'Hop in' for a car. 'Come on in' is for rooms or large spaces.

You can, but 'Come on in' is already so friendly that 'please' isn't always necessary.

Yes, it is used throughout the English-speaking world.

Yes, it works for one person or a hundred people!

You still say it! It gives the person 'verbal permission' to enter.

Yes, it's just a slightly more casual, regional variation.

相关表达

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Make yourself at home

builds on

Feel comfortable in my house

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Step inside

similar

Enter a building

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Join us

similar

Become part of the group

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Keep out

contrast

Do not enter

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Come on over

similar

Visit my house

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