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UK//ɡəʊ tə ɪt//US//ɡoʊ tə ɪt//

Meaning of Go to it

To start doing something actively and energetically.

In simple words: Start doing something enthusiastically.

Go to it in a sentence

  • Now that you've got your supplies, it's time to just go to it!
  • The project is due tomorrow, so let's go to it and finish on time.
  • She always says, 'If you want to succeed, go to it without hesitation.'
  • After a long discussion, they finally decided to go to it and clean the garage.

How to use Go to it

Used in casual contexts to encourage someone to begin a task. More suitable among friends than in formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a starting gun at a race, telling runners to 'go to it!'

Related words

Collocations with Go to it

  • go to it enthusiastically
  • go to it immediately
  • go to it without hesitation
  • encourage someone to go to it
  • tell someone to go to it

Synonyms for Go to it

Common mistakes with Go to it

  • Used in formal writing or speeches.
  • Mistakenly thought to mean 'leave', rather than start something.
  • Confused with similar phrases like 'get going'.

Compare Go to it with Get started, Begin, Start

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Frequently asked questions about Go to it

What does Go to it mean?

Start doing something enthusiastically.

What is the definition of Go to it?

To start doing something actively and energetically.

How do you use Go to it in a sentence?

Now that you've got your supplies, it's time to just go to it!

Can you give another example of Go to it?

The project is due tomorrow, so let's go to it and finish on time.

What are synonyms for Go to it?

Common alternatives include get started, begin, start, set to work, dive in.

What words go with Go to it?

It commonly pairs with go to it enthusiastically, go to it immediately, go to it without hesitation, encourage someone to go to it, tell someone to go to it.

What are common mistakes when using Go to it?

Used in formal writing or speeches. Mistakenly thought to mean 'leave', rather than start something. Confused with similar phrases like 'get going'.

How do you pronounce Go to it?

US: //ɡoʊ tə ɪt//, UK: //ɡəʊ tə ɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Go to it formal or informal?

"Go to it" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Go to it?

Used in casual contexts to encourage someone to begin a task. More suitable among friends than in formal situations.