一起吃吧
yīqǐ chī ba
Let's eat together
一起吃吧 (yìqǐ chī ba) is a common and friendly way to suggest eating together. The particle 吧 turns the statement into a gentle invitation or proposal.
What does 一起吃吧 (yīqǐ chī ba) mean?
一起吃吧 (yīqǐ chī ba) means “let's eat together” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “together eat (suggestion).”
When to use it
Neutral and friendly. It's suitable for inviting friends, family, or colleagues to share a meal. For a more direct invitation, you could say 我们去吃饭吧 (wǒmen qù chīfàn ba), “Let's go eat.”
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “ee-chee CHUR bah.” The first syllable of 一 (yī) is a falling tone, and 气 (qǐ) is a falling-rising tone. 吃 (chī) is a high-level tone. 吧 (ba) is a neutral tone.
Other ways to say it
- 我们一起吃。wǒmen yīqǐ chī.We eat together.
- 咱们去吃饭吧。zánmen qù chīfàn ba.Let's go eat. (inclusive)
- 一起吃饭吗？yīqǐ chīfàn ma?Want to eat together?
Examples
走吧，我们一起吃吧！
zǒu ba, wǒmen yīqǐ chī ba!
Let's go, let's eat together!
菜都上齐了，一起吃吧。
cài dōu shàngqí le, yīqǐ chī ba.
All the dishes are served, let's eat together.
别等了，大家一起吃吧。
bié děng le, dàjiā yīqǐ chī ba.
Don't wait, everyone, let's eat together.
Pro tip: The particle 吧 (ba) softens the command or suggestion, making it sound more inviting and less demanding.
Related phrases
你想吃什么？ · What do you want to eat多吃点 · Eat a little more我请客 · My treat
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