Allons
let's go, everyday
In Cajun French Allons means "let's go". Va is the command "go" and Vas-y means "go ahead".
Meaning: to go or to leave (verb)
Ways to say it
| French | Note |
|---|---|
| Allons | let's go, everyday |
| Va | command |
| Vas-y | go ahead |
Allons is heard in invitations, for example Allons danser for "let's go dance". Vas-y encourages someone to start.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Cajun French uses the same verb aller as standard French. The pronunciation and rhythm are what mark it as Cajun.
How does it change in a sentence?
Va is the imperative of aller, "to go". Allons is the nous form, used as "let's".
Did you know?
- Cajun dance halls in Louisiana are a living tradition, and Allons danser is the classic invitation.
Examples in context
- Allons danser!Let's go dance!
- Vas-y, mon ami.Go ahead, my friend.
- Va à la maison.Go home.
Example conversation
Remy invites Claire to a dance in a hall in Lafayette.
- RemyAllons danser, Claire!Let's go dance, Claire!
- ClaireAllons!Let's go!
- RemyVas-y, la musique commence.Go ahead, the music is starting.
