Meaning
搬来 is a directional verb compound meaning to move or carry something toward the speaker's location. It combines 搬 (to move/carry) with the directional complement 来 (to come), indicating movement toward a reference point. It can describe physically moving objects or relocating one's residence to a place.
Usage
Commonly used when describing moving to a new home or bringing heavy items closer. The directional complement 来 emphasizes movement toward the speaker or a specified location. Often paired with 从 (from) to indicate the origin point. Can be used for both temporary carrying and permanent relocation.
Examples
- 01他去年从北京搬来上海了。.He moved here to Shanghai from Beijing last year.
- 02请帮我搬来几把椅子。.Please help me bring over a few chairs.
Characters
Common collocations
- 从...搬来...to move here from...
- 搬来一张椅子bring over a chair
- 刚搬来just moved here
Antonyms
Origin
搬 originally depicted using hands to move objects. The addition of 来 as a directional complement creates a compound verb showing movement toward a location, a common pattern in Mandarin grammar.