Meaning
An invitation or suggestion to begin an activity.
Cultural Background
In North India, this is the default way to start any group activity. It is friendly and non-confrontational. In modern Indian offices, it is used to break the ice before a presentation. While Hindi is not the primary language, the phrase is widely understood in urban centers like Bangalore or Hyderabad.
Use the right tone
Smile when you say it to sound inviting.
Body language
A slight nod or hand gesture makes the invitation more effective.
Meaning
An invitation or suggestion to begin an activity.
Use the right tone
Smile when you say it to sound inviting.
Body language
A slight nod or hand gesture makes the invitation more effective.
Inclusivity
It shows you value the group's time.
Test Yourself
Which phrase is correct for starting a meeting?
____, meeting शुरू करते हैं।
Chalo is the correct word to invite others to start.
Fill in the missing word.
चलो ____ करें।
The phrase is 'chalo shuru karein'.
Match the Hindi phrase to its English meaning.
चलो शुरू करें
Chalo shuru karein means let's start.
Complete the dialogue.
A: सब तैयार हैं? B: ____
This is the most natural response to a suggestion.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises____, meeting शुरू करते हैं।
Chalo is the correct word to invite others to start.
चलो ____ करें।
The phrase is 'chalo shuru karein'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Chalo shuru karein means let's start.
A: सब तैयार हैं? B: ____
This is the most natural response to a suggestion.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is neutral and polite enough for most workplace settings.
It is consultative, meaning it is professional yet friendly.
It is better used for groups, but can be used with one person if you are working together.
Use 'शुरू किया जाए' (shuru kiya jaaye).
Yes, it is very common in WhatsApp groups.
The phrase itself is already plural/collective.
Related Phrases
शुरू करते हैं
synonymWe are starting
चलो चलें
similarLet's go
शुरू किया जाए
specialized formLet it be started
