Kilo Lingo

/peɾmiˈtiɾse/

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Translation

to allow oneself, to afford

Grammar

Verb type-ir reflexive
ReflexiveYes

Examples

permitirme .

I cannot afford such an expensive car.

capricho.

Every now and then she allows herself a little treat.

¿ ?

Can you afford a holiday this year?

lujo .

We cannot afford the luxury of waiting any longer.

, .

After saving so much, he allowed himself to buy the house.

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This word is part of lesson 98.