～ましょう | Grammar

Structure

V[stem] + ましょう

Examples:

V5: かく書く → 書き → 書きましょう
V1: たべる食べる → 食べ → 食べましょう

Exceptions:

する → しましょう
くる来る → 来ましょう (きましょう)

Description

The ～ましょう form is a polite volitional form of verbs. It is used to:

Suggestions (Let's do): Propose an action to be done together (in a polite way).

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Let's watch a movie together.

Expressing determination: Express the speaker's strong will or decision to take an action. In this usage, it often carries a nuance of resolve, suggesting that the speaker is encouraging themselves or committing to the action.

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I will start waking up early from today.

Examples

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Let's read a book.

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Let's study Japanese.

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Let's ride the train together.

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Let's drink coffee.

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Let's go to Osaka tonight.

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Let's watch a movie.

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Let's do the homework.

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Let's invite a friend.

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Let's buy new clothes.

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Let's listen to music.