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I need to tell the maid to come to the other room to clean/ fix something while I am walking with her so when we get to the other room I’ll show her how to clean/ fix it. 1/ Is saying come with me or come both are correct ? 2/ What would a native speaker say in this context ?
23 janv. 2025 10:10
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Both are valid. But the second option is more clear. And both can come across as being impolite, so be careful to speak in a humble or professional, so far as you deem it appropriate. If you already have a strong dialectical understanding, then something as simple as "come" is plenty and is the most efficient and way to speak, so is a good choice. But be careful how you say it, because it can come across as very humble, or very bossy, depending how assertively you say it. I have no problem speaking so simply, and would do it in a low tone of voice, so as not to attract the unwanted attention of other people in the room which may be result in humiliation for the maid. I would only speak like this if I expect they will hear fine and understand fine. A hand gesture often helps with this. Sometimes, a hand & face gesture alone is enough - you may not even need to speak. But if you are less familiar with them, it would be more polite and clear to say something like "please help me in the other room... follow me please" . Your phrase "come with me" is also quite clear but is a bit bossy so it depends what kind of relationship you have with them and how much either one of you cares about the tone of communication between you.
23 janv. 2025 16:27
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1. "Come with me" vs. "Come": - Both are correct, but "Come with me" is more specific and polite in tone. - "Come" is shorter and more casual but can sound a bit abrupt depending on your tone. For example: - Polite: "Come with me, I’ll show you." - Casual: "Come, I’ll show you." 2. A native speaker might keep it simple and polite, such as: - "Can you come with me to the other room? I’ll show you what needs to be cleaned/fixed." - "Come with me, I’ll show you how to fix it." - "Follow me, and I’ll explain what to do." It’s clear, natural, and gets the point across without sounding too commanding.
23 janv. 2025 13:16
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Hi Mystique! "Come with me" and "come" are both correct, but only saying "come" can be interpreted as being rude because it is said like a command. A native speaker in this context could ask "Could you come with me, please?" because it is more polite while still being direct. I hope this helps!
23 janv. 2025 12:35
1/ "Come with me" is more natural and clear in this context, as you're inviting her to follow you. "Come" alone could work, but it might sound a little abrupt or less specific. 2/ A native speaker might say something like: * "Come with me, I need you to clean/fix something in the other room." * "Let's go to the other room, I’ll show you what needs to be cleaned/fixed." Both options sound natural and polite.
24 janv. 2025 04:57
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