Meaning of the word "get down to business" in English

What does "get down to business" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

get down to business

US /ɡɛt daʊn tu ˈbɪznɪs/
UK /ɡɛt daʊn tu ˈbɪznɪs/

Idiom

to start to deal with something seriously

Example:
Enough small talk, let's get down to business.
After the introductions, it was time to get down to business and discuss the project details.