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"I came from Mumbai" vs "I come from Mumbai"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I come from Mumbai' is used when talking about your current origin or background, while 'I came from Mumbai' is used when referring to a past action of arriving from Mumbai.

Last Updated: March 23, 2024

I came from Mumbai

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a past action of arriving from Mumbai.

This phrase is used to talk about a specific instance in the past when you arrived from Mumbai.

Examples:

  • I came from Mumbai yesterday for the meeting.
  • She came from Mumbai to visit her family last weekend.

Alternatives:

  • I arrived from Mumbai
  • I traveled from Mumbai
  • I returned from Mumbai
  • I just got back from Mumbai
  • I was in Mumbai

I come from Mumbai

This phrase is correct and commonly used when talking about your current origin or background.

This phrase is used to indicate where you are originally from or where you currently live.

Examples:

  • I come from Mumbai, but I moved to New York for work.
  • She comes from Mumbai, but she has been living in London for the past five years.

Alternatives:

  • I am from Mumbai
  • My hometown is Mumbai
  • I hail from Mumbai
  • I originate from Mumbai
  • I live in Mumbai

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