mennenään

Mennenään is a Finnish word that translates to "let's go" or "let's be off" in English. It is a commonly used imperative phrase, expressing a desire or suggestion to depart from a current location or to begin an activity. The word is a contraction of the imperative plural of the verb "mennä" (to go) and the first-person plural pronoun "me" (we).

The phrase is informal and typically used in everyday conversation. It can be employed in various contexts, such as initiating a journey, suggesting a move to a different place, or signaling the start of an event. For example, someone might say "Mennenään elokuviin!" which translates to "Let's go to the movies!". Similarly, if a group is lingering, one person might say "Mennenään jo?" meaning "Shall we go already?".

The usage of "mennenään" is widespread across Finland and is a fundamental part of spoken Finnish. Its simplicity and directness make it an effective and frequently utilized expression for encouraging movement or action.