Published September 19, 2024 • Updated September 4, 2026 — By French teacher David Issokson with native audio by Marie Assel Cambier
C’est parti meanng
C’est parti ! is a very common French expression meaning “Let’s go!”, “Here we go!”, or “We’re off!” It is used when something is beginning, such as a trip, activity, project, game, or event.
C’est parti pronunciation
The IPA pronunciation of c’est parti is /sɛ paʁ.ti/, which sounds approximately like “seh par-tee”.
Example Sentences
Tout le monde est prêt ? Allez, c’est parti !
Everybody ready? Here we go!
On commence dans trois secondes. Trois, deux, un. C’est parti !
We’ll start in three seconds. Three, two, one – And we’re off!
A commonly used catchphrase is “C’est parti, mon kiki!”. Here, kiki doesn’t have any particular meaning. It’s just added for fun.
C’est parti, mon kiki !
Related French Words & Expressions
- Allez ! — Come on! / Let’s go!
- On y va ! — Let’s go!
- C’est bon ! — We’re good! / It’s all set!
- Allons-y ! — Let’s go!
- Ça commence ! — It’s starting!
- On commence ! — Let’s begin!
- En route ! — Let’s get going!
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