出来

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Usage of 出来 (chūlái)

'出来' is a versatile compound verb combining '' (to go out) and '' (to come), often meaning 'to come out' or 'to be able to do something.'

Literal Movement

It frequently describes physical movement from inside to outside, as in inviting someone to come out: "出来一下。"

Ability or Result

It also expresses the ability or result of completing an action, especially when something is difficult or impossible: "出来。" means "I can't solve this problem."

Expressing Speech or Thoughts

'出来' can indicate expressing or revealing something that was hidden or unspoken, such as "出来" (to say out loud).

Common Collocations

Nuance

When used to express ability or result, '出来' often implies overcoming difficulty or reaching a conclusion. It is different from simply '' which means 'to do' without this nuance.

Avoid Confusion

Don't confuse '出来' with '出去' which emphasizes going out from inside to outside, often focusing on the direction rather than result or ability.

Example Sentences

Please come out for a moment, we have something to talk about.

I can't solve this problem.

He finally mustered the courage to speak out his thoughts.