Portuguese Phrase
Claro, vamos começar.
Meaning
The speaker is confirming agreement and proposing to start something right away. It carries a friendly, collaborative tone, similar to “Sure, let’s get started.”
When to use
Use this phrase in informal or semi‑formal settings when a group is about to begin a meeting, a class, a game, or any activity that requires collective participation. It works well as a quick response after someone asks if everyone is ready.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Clarovamoscomeçar
Claro
An adverb meaning “sure”, “of course”, or “clearly”. It can be used alone as a short affirmative answer.
Vamos + infinitive
The verb *ir* in the first‑person plural (vamos) followed by an infinitive forms a periphrastic suggestion, equivalent to English “let’s …”.
Começar
Infinitive of the verb “to start”. When paired with *vamos* it creates the inclusive invitation to begin an activity.
🗨In Conversation
Todos prontos para a reunião?
Is everyone ready for the meeting?
Claro, vamos começar.
Sure, let's start.
✕Common Mistakes
Eu vamos começar.
The verb *ir* must agree with the subject. Use *eu vou começar* for “I will start”.
Claaro, vamos começar.
Only one ‘a’ is needed; the correct spelling is *claro*.
Vamos começar agora.
When you want a question, add a question mark and intonation: *Vamos começar agora?* (Shall we start now?). The statement version should end with a period.
↔Alternatives
Com certeza, vamos iniciar.
Certainly, let's begin.
Sim, vamos começar.
Yes, let's start.
Claro, vamos dar início.
Sure, let's get going.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, *claro* is a very common way to give a quick affirmative, but the tone can change its politeness level. Pairing it with *vamos* signals a collaborative spirit; avoid using it in very formal business meetings unless you’re already on familiar terms with the participants.