How to Say ‘Come over and sit for a while’ in Traditional Chinese
來家裡坐坐
💬 Usage Tip: A natural spoken phrase: [來] + place + [坐坐]. It sounds casual and welcoming.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Very “Taiwan-style hospitality”—even if you don’t mean a long visit, it signals friendliness.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
來
[lái]
to come; to come over
Used as a warm invitation. In holiday contexts, it can imply “come visit (for New Year) and spend a little time.”
新年來了就來家裡坐坐，我準備了糖果和茶。
When the New Year comes, come over and sit for a bit; I’ve prepared candies and tea.
家
[jiā]
home; family; household
Part of “家裡” meaning “(at) home.” In invitations, it makes the phrase friendly and personal: “come to my place.”
過年歡迎來家裡坐坐，跟長輩拜年。
You’re welcome to come to my place during the New Year, and greet the elders.
裡
[lǐ]
inside; in; within
“裡” forms “家裡” = “at home.” Together with 來, it gives “come to (my) home.”
新年如果路過，來家裡坐坐再走。
If you pass by during the New Year, come sit at my place for a bit before you go.
坐坐
[zuò zuò]
sit for a while; hang out briefly
A polite reduplication that softens the tone. It suggests a short, casual visit—perfect for New Year drop-ins.
過年來家裡坐坐，不用帶禮物也沒關係。
Come over and hang out a bit during the New Year; it’s okay even if you don’t bring a gift.
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