Signification
Starting a journey or leaving.
Contexte culturel
The Dutch value efficiency. 'Laten we gaan' is often said the moment a task is finished to avoid wasting time. In Flanders, you might hear 'Laat ons gaan'. It is slightly softer and more common in the south. In Surinamese Dutch, the phrase is used similarly, but often with a more rhythmic intonation. In meetings, this phrase is a signal that the 'polderen' (negotiating) is over and action must begin.
The Silent N
Don't over-pronounce the 'n' in 'laten'. Most Dutch people drop it, making it sound like 'late'.
Don't say 'Laat we'
This is the most common beginner mistake. Always keep the 'n' in writing, even if you don't say it.
Signification
Starting a journey or leaving.
The Silent N
Don't over-pronounce the 'n' in 'laten'. Most Dutch people drop it, making it sound like 'late'.
Don't say 'Laat we'
This is the most common beginner mistake. Always keep the 'n' in writing, even if you don't say it.
Add 'maar eens'
To sound like a native, say 'Laten we maar eens gaan.' It makes the suggestion sound more natural and less like a command.
The Dutch Goodbye
Saying 'Laten we gaan' is just the start. Expect another 10 minutes of talking!
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase 'Let's go'.
______ we gaan.
The correct plural form of the verb 'laten' is required to match 'we'.
Which sentence is the most natural Dutch way to say 'Let's go to the park'?
Choose one:
In Dutch, the infinitive 'gaan' should be at the end of the sentence.
Complete the dialogue.
A: De film is klaar. B: Ja, ________.
'Laten we gaan' is the standard response to suggest leaving after an event.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are at a party and you want to suggest to your partner that you both leave.
This is the most appropriate way to suggest a collective departure.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Laten we vs Zullen we
Banque d exercices
4 exercices______ we gaan.
The correct plural form of the verb 'laten' is required to match 'we'.
Choose one:
In Dutch, the infinitive 'gaan' should be at the end of the sentence.
A: De film is klaar. B: Ja, ________.
'Laten we gaan' is the standard response to suggest leaving after an event.
You are at a party and you want to suggest to your partner that you both leave.
This is the most appropriate way to suggest a collective departure.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYes, it is perfectly polite for friends and colleagues.
No, 'we' means 'us'. If you're alone, say 'Ik ga'.
'Zullen we' is a question ('Shall we?'), 'Laten we' is a suggestion ('Let's').
Dutch grammar rules place the infinitive verb at the end of the sentence.
Yes! You can add any verb after 'gaan' to suggest an activity.
Yes, but 'Laat ons gaan' is more common there.
Say 'Laten we niet gaan'.
It is neutral. It's safe to use in 90% of situations.
Absolutely. It's very common in WhatsApp groups.
It's a funny, slang way to say 'Let's go!' or 'Let's do it!'.
No, in this phrase, 'gaan' always stays in its dictionary form.
Yes, but 'vertrekken' (to depart) is slightly more formal.
Expressions liées
Laten we beginnen
similarLet's begin
Zullen we gaan?
similarShall we go?
Kom op!
builds onCome on!
Gaan met die banaan
specialized formLet's get cracking!
We gaan ervandoor
synonymWe're heading out
Laten we wel wezen
contrastLet's be real
