How to say “let's get started” like a native speaker
Invite a group to begin. It is a friendly way to open a lesson, meeting or shared activity.
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Hear “let's get started” in real speech
Clip 1 · Patrick Winston (MIT)
How to Speak · 4:13
About this video
Patrick Winston teaches a lecture about speaking and communicating ideas. He discusses the role of knowledge and practice, and uses presentation slides to illustrate choices that help or hinder an audience.
In context
So that's it for preamble.Let's get started.
First thing we talk about, of course, is how to start.
Clip 2 · BBC Learning English
Our favourite sweet foods 🍦🍭🍫 Practise your listening with Real Easy English · 0:30
About this video
Phil and Georgie discuss desserts in this BBC Learning English conversation. They talk about having a sweet tooth, wanting sugar after meals and memorable puddings.
In context
I will love talking about this topic.Fantastic. Let's get started.
Well, first, before we start talking about my favourite topic,
Clip 3 · Speak English With Vanessa
Listen and Repeat: SPEAK with me in English · 2:46
About this video
Vanessa leads a listen-and-repeat English lesson using versions of sentences at different levels. The practice includes ways to talk about staying at home during the summer.
In context
This is essential to help you have the correct rhythm and flow of English.So, let's get started.
Where did you go on summer vacation?
When to use “let's get started”
- Opening a team meeting: “Everyone's here. Let's get started.”
- Beginning a cooking lesson: “Wash your hands, and let's get started.”
Common learner mistake
Write “let's” with an apostrophe when it means “let us”.
Possible connected-speech patterns in “let's get started”
The T in “get” meets the S in “started” and may be unreleased. “Started” stresses its first syllable.
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