来时 (lái shí) — the time of arrival; when (someone) comes

Definition

来时 is a formal/written noun for 'the time of arrival' or 'when (someone) comes' — used in scheduled or event contexts rather than everyday speech.

noun
the time of arrivalwhen (someone) comes

Examples

  • 来时
    lái shí, Qǐng tí qián tōng zhī wǒ men.
    When you come, please notify us in advance.
  • 来时
    Tā zài lái shí dài le hěn duō lǐ wù.
    He brought many gifts when he came.
  • 来时
    lái shí De jù tǐ shí jiān hái méi yǒu què dìng.
    The specific time of arrival has not been determined yet.
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