Which one is correct?
"let us not" or "lets us not eat"?

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let us not

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to suggest not doing something. It is a polite and formal way to make a suggestion or request.

Examples:

  • Let us not forget the importance of this meeting.
  • Let us not waste any more time on this issue.
  • Let us not make the same mistake again.
  • Let us not argue about this anymore.
  • Let us not be late for the appointment.

Alternatives:

  • Let's not
  • We shouldn't
  • We mustn't
  • We ought not to
  • It would be better not to

lets us not eat

This phrase is incorrect and not used in English.

The correct phrase is "let us not." The phrase "let us not" is a common way to suggest not doing something, while the phrase "lets us not eat" is incorrect and not used in English.

Last Updated: March 21, 2024

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