LoginLets vs. Let's
Differences
'Let's' is the contracted form of 'let us', whereas, 'lets' is the third-person singular present tense of the verb 'let'. Check out the examples below:
Example
Let's get her outta here then.
Hannah lets you go out with your friends every time.
Similarities
They are both different forms of the verb 'let'. Look at the examples below:
Example
If you stop nagging, I'm sure she lets you do whatever you want.
Let's head out and grab some coffee, eh?
Are They Interchangeable?
Since they have different grammatical usages, they cannot be used interchangeably. Compare:
Example
✓ Let's get you somewhere safe.
X Lets get you somewhere safe.
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