Voyons (en. Let's see)
/vwajɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To perceive with the eyes.
Let's see what's going on here.
Voyons ce qui se passe ici.
To consider, examine something.
Let's see if it's worth it.
Voyons si ça vaut le coup.
To express an exclamation or an emotion of disbelief.
Come on, you’re joking!
Voyons, tu plaisantes !
Etymology
From the verb 'voir' in French, in the first person plural of the present subjunctive.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Let's see
An expression used to suggest examining something.
Voyons voir
Let's see that
Used to invite someone to look into or discuss a topic.
Voyons cela
Let's see a little
An expression indicating that one will delve into a question.
Voyons un peu
Related Words
see
To perceive by sight.
voir
vision
Ability to see, visual perception.
vision
Slang Meanings
To express doubt or irony.
Come on, what you're saying isn't true!
Voyons, c'est pas vrai ce que tu dis !
Used as an interjection to attract attention.
Come on, listen to me a little!
Voyons, écoute moi un peu !