Here you are
Example: Here you are, the book you asked for.
Definition
"Here you are" is an expression used when giving something to someone, indicating that the item is being handed over or presented. It is often used to show that the requested object or information is now available to the recipient.
Etymology
The phrase "here you are" originates from the combination of 'here,' meaning in this place or at this point, and 'you are,' referring to the person being addressed. It has been commonly used in English for centuries as a polite way to draw attention to something being offered or presented.
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"Here you are" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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