allow

/əˈlaʊ/ verb A2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

To let someone do something or let something happen.

💡 "Allow" means to let someone do something or to let something happen.

Example Sentences

My parents allow me to stay out late on weekends .

The teacher will allow us to use phones in class today .

The teacher will allow you to use a pencil .

Word in Context

My mother allows me to use the kitchen on Saturdays . I make eggs and toast and she sits at the table . The food smells good and we talk about the day . We eat and then I wash the dishes .

Common Phrases

allow someone to do something allow something

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