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Come on Meaning in English

expression

ˈkəm/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
KUHM-AHN or KUHM-AWN
kˈʌm/ /ˈɒn
kuhm-ON

Definition

'Come on' is an informal expression often used to encourage someone, urge them to hurry, show disbelief, or ask for something to start.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal, used with friends, family, or in casual contexts. Avoid in formal or business situations. Can express encouragement ('Come on, you can do it!'), impatience or frustration ('Come on, already!'), disbelief ('Come on, that can't be true!'), or simply to get someone to start moving.

Example Sentences

Come on, it's getting late!

basic

Please, come on, try one more time.

basic

Come on, you can do it!

basic

Oh, come on, that can't be true!

natural

Come on, let’s get going before it rains.

natural

She kept saying, 'Come on,' until everyone joined the game.

natural