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Wordabulary

let

Pronunciation
Verb A1 Beginner

Quick answer

To allow someone to do something, or to rent property to someone.

"My parents wouldn't let me stay out past ten."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

Antonyms

forbid prevent

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "My parents wouldn't _____ me stay out past ten."

Answer: let

In your own words, what does "let" mean?

To allow someone to do something, or to rent property to someone.

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