Quick Scoop: “Go Dutch” means each person pays for their own share, usually for a meal, drinks, movie, or another outing. It can also be called “splitting the bill” or “paying your own way.”

What it means

If someone says, “Let’s go Dutch,” they’re suggesting that no one person pays for everyone. Instead, each person covers their own cost.

Example

  • “We went Dutch on dinner.”
  • “Do you want to go Dutch on the movie tickets?”

Common use

You’ll most often hear it in casual social situations like dates, group meals, or outings with friends.

If you want, I can also explain where the phrase came from in simple terms.