Meaning of the word "come to" in English

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

come to

US /kʌm tuː/

UK /kʌm tuː/

to regain consciousness

Example:

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After she fainted, it took a few minutes for her to come to.

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The patient is starting to come to after the surgery.

Synonym:

regain consciousness awaken revive come around wake up

to amount to; result in

Example:

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The total cost will come to over a thousand dollars.

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What did his explanation come to?

Synonym:

amount to add up to total equal result in

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