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Let's

🇬🇧 UK //lɛts// 🇺🇸 US //lɛts//

Meaning of Let's

Contraction of 'let us,' used to propose an action.

In simple words: A way to suggest doing something together.

Let's in a sentence

• Let's go to the movies tonight!
• Let's have a picnic in the park this weekend.
• Let's finish this project together.
• Let's try that new restaurant for dinner.
• Let's call him and see if he wants to join.

How to use Let's

Use 'let's' to propose actions with others; it's casual and friendly. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'let's' as inviting friends – 'let's go!'

Related words

Collocations with Let's

• let's go
• let's have
• let's do
• let's see
• let's try

Synonyms for Let's

• let us
• allow us
• come on
• let's go

Common mistakes with Let's

• Confused use with 'let us' in formal contexts.
• Omitting the apostrophe in 'lets'.
• Using it with verbs in past tense, e.g. 'let's went'.

Frequently asked questions about Let's

What does Let's mean?

A way to suggest doing something together.

What is the definition of Let's?

Contraction of 'let us,' used to propose an action.

How do you use Let's in a sentence?

Let's go to the movies tonight!

Can you give another example of Let's?

Let's have a picnic in the park this weekend.

What are synonyms for Let's?

Common alternatives include let us, allow us, come on, let's go.

What words go with Let's?

It commonly pairs with let's go, let's have, let's do, let's see, let's try.

What are common mistakes when using Let's?

Confused use with 'let us' in formal contexts. Omitting the apostrophe in 'lets'. Using it with verbs in past tense, e.g. 'let's went'.

How do you pronounce Let's?

US: //lɛts//, UK: //lɛts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Let's formal or informal?

"Let's" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Let's?

Use 'let's' to propose actions with others; it's casual and friendly. Avoid in formal writing.