What does 'crack on' mean?

What it means: To get on with something, to continue working, or to start without delay. It has a determined, no-nonsense quality.

"I'll let you crack on — you've got a lot to do."
"Right, let's crack on." (Let's get started / continue)
"Crack on with that report and we'll review it later."

The tone: Decisive and practical. "Crack on" implies you're not going to overthink it — you're just going to do it. It signals efficiency and a can-do attitude.

British vs American: Distinctly British. An American would say "let's get on with it," "let's push ahead," or "let's dive in." "Crack on" sounds natural and idiomatic in British workplaces.

• "Get on with it" — similar
• "Carry on" — slightly softer
• "Press ahead" — more formal
• "Get cracking" — similar energy

Register: Informal British English. Common in workplaces and casual conversation.

Tags: phrasal verbs, British English, getting started, workplace