Whether you’re opening a meeting, starting a class, or kicking off an event — では始めましょう is the phrase you need!
Japanese
Reading
Meaning
では始めましょう
dewa hajime mashou
Well then, let’s get started.
始めましょう
hajime mashou
Let’s begin / Let’s start
では
dewa
well then / in that case
TOC
Breaking Down the Phrase
では (dewa) — transitional word meaning “well then” or “in that case” (casual: じゃ ja)
始めましょう (hajime mashou) — volitional polite form of 始める: “let’s begin”
Together: “Well then, let’s begin.” — a natural, polite way to start something.
Using では始めましょう in Context
では、会議を始めましょう。 — Well then, let’s start the meeting.
では、授業を始めましょう。 — Let’s begin the lesson.
準備ができたら、始めましょう。 — When you’re ready, let’s start.
Rei
What’s the casual version?
Yuka
じゃ、始めよう! or じゃ、始めましょう! — both work well in casual or semi-formal settings.
Related Opening Phrases
Japanese
Meaning
では始めましょう
Well then, let’s start. (polite)
それでは始めます
We will now begin. (formal announcement)
じゃ、始めよう!
Let’s get going! (casual)
準備はいいですか?
Are you ready?
さあ、始めましょう!
Alright, let’s start! (energetic)
Quick Quiz
You’re opening a formal presentation. How do you get started?
Answer: それでは始めましょう。 / では、始めさせていただきます。
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