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/let/

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Meaning

To allow someone to do something.

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Word origin

From Old English laetan, meaning to allow or to leave behind.

Origin
Old English
Root
laetan

Grammar

Verb typeirregular (let, lets, let)

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

Examples

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Please allow me to help you.

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let: worksheet, infographic and listicle

Free printable study downloads for the English word "let" (To allow someone to do something.): a worksheet with the answer key built in, an infographic, and a sentence listicle. Open any one to view, print or save.

This word is taught in chapter 1, lesson 22: Can, will and just.