Meaning of the word "come on" in English

What does "come on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

come on

US /kʌm ɑːn/

UK /kʌm ɑːn/

used to encourage someone to do something, especially to hurry or try harder

Example:

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Come on, we're going to be late!

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Come on, you can do it!

Synonym:

hurry up get a move on let's go push it step on it

used to express disbelief or exasperation

Example:

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Oh, come on! You can't be serious.

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Come on, that's a ridiculous excuse.

Synonym:

give me a break no way seriously?you're kidding

to begin to happen or develop

Example:

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The lights came on automatically.

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The new season of the show is about to come on.

Synonym:

start begin appear emerge

to make progress or improve

Example:

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How is your new project coming on?

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Her English has really come on since she started living abroad.

Synonym:

progress improve advance develop

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