English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "when i came" Mean?
Learn what "when i came" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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When I came home to visit last year, it was actually because my father was quite sick.
The speaker is revealing the true reason behind a past trip home.
From My Handsome Bodyguard, Episode 37
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker explains that a visit home last year was actually because their father was seriously ill.
Usage Scenario
Use this when explaining a personal reason for visiting home or changing plans. It is too context-heavy for a standalone phrase page.
Better ways to say it
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When I came home to visit last year, it was because my father was quite sick.
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I went home last year because my dad was very sick.
3
The real reason I went home was my father's illness.
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