Let

usgb/let/
verb

To allow or permit.

I let him borrow my car.
Visual representation of "let" - To allow or permit.

Often appears as...

  • let it go
  • let him in
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Visual representation of "let"
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Permission Granted

Indicates the speaker is giving someone consent or the freedom to do something.

Illustration for Permission Granted
You can let yourself have some fun.
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Informal Appeal

Commonly used in casual speech to ask for permission in friendly situations.

Illustration for Informal Appeal
Let me try your new bicycle!
Visual representation of the word "Let"

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