How Do You Spell COME AT?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌm at] (IPA)

The spelling of "come at" can be a bit confusing due to the pronunciation. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /kʌm æt/. The "o" in "come" is pronounced like the "u" in "cup." The "a" in "at" is pronounced as a short "a" sound, like the "a" in "cat." It's important to note that the "t" in "at" is pronounced, but the "t" in "come" is often silent in conversational speech, giving the word a more slurred sound.

COME AT Meaning and Definition

1. "Come at" is a phrasal verb that has multiple meanings and can be used in different contexts. It is often used informally in both everyday conversations and formal writing.

   One definition of "come at" is to approach or move towards someone or something. For example, if someone says, "The dog came at me," it means that the dog approached them aggressively or with the intention to attack. In this sense, "come at" signifies an act of physical movement directed towards a specific target.

   Another meaning of "come at" is to attempt, try, or strive to achieve something. For instance, if someone says, "He is constantly coming at me for advice on starting a business," it implies that the person seeks guidance or is actively pursuing information or input from them.

   Additionally, "come at" can also be used to express a sudden and unexpected realization or understanding. For example, if someone exclaims, "I finally came at the solution to the crossword puzzle!" it means that they have suddenly grasped or comprehended the answer after struggling or pondering for some time.

   Overall, the usage and meaning of "come at" can vary depending on the context, but it generally encompasses ideas of approaching, attempting, pursuing, or understanding something.

Common Misspellings for COME AT

• comeat

Etymology of COME AT

The phrase "come at" originated from Middle English. It combines the words "come" (Old English cuman) and "at" (Old English æt). "Come" essentially means to move toward or to approach, while "at" indicates a specific location or target. When used together, the phrase "come at" typically refers to someone or something approaching or moving towards a certain person or object.

Idioms with the word COME AT

• come at a price The idiom "come at a price" means that there are negative consequences or drawbacks associated with achieving or acquiring something. It implies that while something may be gained, there is a significant cost or sacrifice involved.
• come at sm or sth The idiom "come at someone or something" is often used to describe an aggressive or confrontational approach towards someone or something. It implies a direct or forceful action, often with the intention of causing harm or taking control.
• come at (someone or something) The idiom "come at (someone or something)" can have a few different meanings depending on the context, but typically it refers to aggressively approaching or attacking someone or something. It can also imply confrontational behavior or making a forceful attempt to deal with a situation or problem.
• come at The idiom "come at" means to approach or confront someone or something, often in a direct or aggressive manner. It can also refer to attacking or trying to challenge someone in a verbal or physical way.

Conjugate verb Come at

CONDITIONAL

I would come at

you would come at

he/she/it would come at

we would come at

they would come at

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be coming at

you would be coming at

he/she/it would be coming at

we would be coming at

they would be coming at

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have come at

you would have come at

he/she/it would have come at

we would have come at

they would have come at

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been coming at

you would have been coming at

he/she/it would have been coming at

we would have been coming at

they would have been coming at

FUTURE

I will come at

you will come at

he/she/it will come at

we will come at

they will come at

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be coming at

you will be coming at

he/she/it will be coming at

we will be coming at

they will be coming at

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have come at

you will have come at

he/she/it will have come at

we will have come at

they will have come at

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been coming at

you will have been coming at

he/she/it will have been coming at

we will have been coming at

they will have been coming at

IMPERATIVE

you come at

we let´s come at

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to come at

PAST

I came at

you came at

he/she/it came at

we came at

they came at

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was coming at

you were coming at

he/she/it was coming at

we were coming at

they were coming at

PAST PARTICIPLE

come at

PAST PERFECT

I had come at

you had come at

he/she/it had come at

we had come at

they had come at

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been coming at

you had been coming at

he/she/it had been coming at

we had been coming at

they had been coming at

PRESENT

I come at

you come at

he/she/it comes at

we come at

they come at

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am coming at

you are coming at

he/she/it is coming at

we are coming at

they are coming at

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

coming at

PRESENT PERFECT

I have come at

you have come at

he/she/it has come at

we have come at

they have come at

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been coming at

you have been coming at

he/she/it has been coming at

we have been coming at

they have been coming at