Geçelim

Geçelim is a Turkish verb form derived from geçmek, meaning to pass, go by, or skip. It is the first-person plural imperative (let us) form of geçmek and is used to propose that the speaker and others move on to another topic, step, or item. In English, it roughly corresponds to “let’s move on” or “shall we skip ahead.”

Usage of geçelim is common in everyday conversation. It can stand alone as a simple proposal or be attached to a noun or clause: “Bu konuyu geçelim” (let’s skip this topic), “Şimdi geçelim” (let’s move on now), or the question form “Geçelim mi?” (shall we move on?). The phrase signals a desire to change the subject or proceed to the next point. In more formal or explicit contexts, speakers may opt for longer formulations such as “Bir sonraki konuya geçelim” (let’s move to the next topic).

Geçelim carries a neutral to casual tone and is primarily used in spoken Turkish. It is appropriate in informal discussions, meetings, or lectures when participants agree to proceed, but it may be replaced by more formal expressions in formal writing or official settings.

Etymology and morphology: geçelim is formed from the verb kök geç- plus the 1st person plural imperative suffix -elim. This suffix conveys a collective intention, inviting all participants to take the proposed action together.