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Anonymous Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Came from vs. have come from

Hi,

I'd like to know the correct usage of the word "come" in the following sentences. I wonder which one is correct.

If both are, what is the difference?

Which is more natural?

A. Hi, I'm Jack. I came from Panama.

B. Hi, I'm Jack. I've come from Panama.

I would very much appreciate your help, please.
  

Top answer

Both are fine and natural. This is a question of tenses. I suggest you look up present perfect V's past simple.

— Dave Phillips

  • Both are fine and natural.
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Both are fine and natural. This is a question of tenses. I suggest you look up present perfect V's past simple. Try here:

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I have read some topics about present perfect vs. past simple. However, in this particular example, I wonder what's the difference between them in meaning. At first hearing the sentences, how would you interpret A and B with the verb tense used?

Also, if I were to introduce myself, should I use the present perfect or the simple past of "come"?

Thanks in advance for your assista
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I come from England - (I was was born in England)

I came from England - (I have just travelled to yuo from England)

I have come from England - (I have just travelled to England and therefore have some information for you regarding my trip).
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Thank you very much. Those were really helpful examples.
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If some one is dead would I use the words came from or come from since came from like you said indicate not the origin but the last place of being
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