Have at it Meaning in English
expression
ˈhæv/ /ˈæt/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
HAV-AT-it
hæv/ /ˈæt/ /ˈɪt
HAV-AT-it
Definition
An informal way to tell someone to start doing something, often encouraging them to go ahead or try it.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in casual conversation in the US and UK. You can say it when offering someone permission or encouragement to begin, especially with tasks, food, or challenges. Usually friendly; not used in formal writing.
Spanish: adelante - manos a la obraPortuguese (BR): vai em frente - manda verPortuguese (PT): força - vai em frenteChinese (Simplified): 动手吧 - 尽管去做Chinese (Traditional): 動手吧 - 儘管去做Hindi: शुरू हो जाओ - आगे बढ़ोArabic: تفضل - يمكنك البدءBengali: শুরু করে দাও - এগিয়ে যাওRussian: вперёд - начинайJapanese: どうぞ - やってみてVietnamese: bắt đầu đi - cứ làm điKorean: 시작해 봐 - 해봐Turkish: başla - devam etUrdu: آگے بڑھو - شروع کروIndonesian: silakan - mulai saja
Example Sentences
Dinner is ready. Have at it!
basic
You want to try the game? Have at it.
basic
If anyone wants the last cookie, have at it.
basic
I’ve finished my part, so if you want to look it over, have at it.
natural
There are plenty of tickets, so have at it if you want one.
natural
You’ve been eyeing that new phone for weeks — go on, have at it!
natural