🗣️ Let’s Go” in French

🗣️Formal Expressions of “Let’s Go” in French

These are used in professional settings, polite conversations, or when addressing someone with respect (e.g., elders, clients, strangers).

Expression	Meaning / Usage	Notes
Allons-y	Let’s go	Most standard and polite form. Can be used in any context.
Nous y allons	We are going (there)	Slightly more descriptive, less imperative.
On y va (neutral)	We’re going / Let’s go	Can be formal depending on tone. Common in spoken French.
Partons	Let’s leave / Let’s depart	Often used when leaving a place formally.
Mettons-nous en route	Let’s get going / Let’s hit the road	Slightly formal, used when starting a journey.
Nous devrions y aller	We should go	Suggestive and polite. Often used to wrap up a meeting or visit.

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🗣️ Informal Expressions of “Let’s Go” in French

These are used with friends, peers, or in casual settings. Great for dialogues and role-play exercises.

Expression	Meaning / Usage	Notes
On y va !	Let’s go!	Most common informal phrase. Energetic and versatile.
C’est parti !	Here we go! / Let’s go!	Often used to kick off an activity or event.
Allez, on bouge !	Come on, let’s move!	Very casual, sometimes playful or commanding.
Vas-y, on y va !	Go ahead, let’s go!	Combines encouragement with movement.
Go ! (borrowed)	Let’s go!	Used by younger speakers, borrowed from English.
On se casse ! (slang)	Let’s get out of here!	Very informal, sometimes rude depending on tone.
On file !	We’re off! / Let’s dash!	Casual and quick. Often used when leaving in a hurry.