Complete Guide to Using “Let’s say that + (subject + verb)” in English

The phrase “Let’s say that” is used to propose a hypothetical situation or suggest an agreed-upon statement. It helps frame discussions by establishing a shared assumption.

“Let’s say that” Usage Examples

Sno	English Example	Hindi Translation	Context
1	Let’s say that you love to fish.	मान लीजिए कि आपको मछली पकड़ना पसंद है।	Hypothetical scenario
2	Let’s say we found it.	मान लें कि हमें यह मिल गया।	Imagined situation
3	Let’s say that we enjoy being with them.	मान लें कि हमें उनके साथ रहना अच्छा लगता है।	Social assumption
4	Let’s say that we had a good time.	मान लें कि हमने अच्छा समय बिताया।	Shared narrative
5	Let’s say that it’s hard to decide.	मान लें कि निर्णय लेना मुश्किल है।	Discussion framing
6	Let’s say that we have to go.	मान लें कि हमें जाना है।	Establishing agreement
7	Let’s say that we can host.	मान लें कि हम मेज़बानी कर सकते हैं।	Planning scenario
8	Let’s say that I have to work.	मान लें कि मुझे काम करना है।	Personal circumstance
9	Let’s say that the movie was really good.	मान लें कि फिल्म वास्तव में अच्छी थी।	Opinion framing
10	Let’s say that prices will increase.	मान लें कि कीमतें बढ़ेंगी।	Future projection

Expanded Usage Examples

Sno	English Example	Hindi Translation	Context
11	Let’s say that we win the lottery.	मान लें कि हम लॉटरी जीत गए।	Fantasy scenario
12	Let’s say that the meeting gets canceled.	मान लें कि मीटिंग रद्द हो जाती है।	Contingency planning
13	Let’s say that they agree with us.	मान लें कि वे हमसे सहमत हैं।	Negotiation tactic
14	Let’s say that the weather improves.	मान लें कि मौसम सुधर जाता है।	Event planning
15	Let’s say that you’re right.	मान लें कि आप सही हैं।	Conflict resolution

Alternative Expressions

Sno	English Example	Hindi Translation	Context
1	Suppose that…	मान लीजिए कि…	More formal alternative
2	Imagine if…	कल्पना कीजिए कि…	Creative scenarios
3	What if we say…	अगर हम कहें कि…	Tentative suggestion

Key Grammar Rules

1. Structure:
   • “Let’s say that” + subject + verb
   • Correct: “Let’s say that we arrive early”
   • Incorrect: “Let’s say we that arrive early” (Word order error)
2. Tense Variations:
   • Present: “Let’s say that she knows”
   • Past: “Let’s say that it happened”
   • Future: “Let’s say that they will agree”
3. Common Errors to Avoid:
   • Missing “that”: “Let’s say we go” (acceptable in speech) vs “Let’s say that we go” (more formal)
   • Wrong verb form: “Let’s say that she going” → “Let’s say that she is going”

Cultural Usage Notes

• Frequently used in Indian English with Hindi translations like “मान लो कि…”
• Often precedes negotiation tactics in business settings
• Common in academic discussions to establish parameters
• Can be softened with “maybe” for politeness: “Maybe let’s say that…”