Grammar fix
get going
start casually
To begin an activity or event, usually in a relaxed or informal way.
phrasal verb
How oftenVery common
LevelB1
Used inMostly spoken
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
The party didn't really get going until about eleven, when the band turned up.
Our study group's meant to start at seven, but we never actually get going till half past because everyone's busy chatting.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: Let's get going the meeting.
Say: Let's get the meeting going.
Use 'get something going' when you name the activity, or use 'get going' without an object.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Start a meeting or event
How formalCasualMore formal
get goingYou're here · Casually starting an activity or event.
kick offStarting a meeting, event, or organized activity.get underwayMore formal or reporting style: an organised event or project officially starts.