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English - Vietnamese

Let

lɛt
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

Cho phép, Để (làm gì đó), Để lại/Thả lại, Thể hiện sự đồng ý, Khiến cho (cảm giác, hành động xảy ra)

Let meanings in Vietnamese

Cho phép

Example:
Let me help you with that.
Hãy để tôi giúp bạn với điều đó.
The teacher lets the students leave early.
Giáo viên cho phép học sinh ra về sớm.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used when giving permission or allowing someone to do something.
Note: Often used in both formal and informal contexts; can convey politeness.

Để (làm gì đó)

Example:
Let’s go to the park.
Hãy đi đến công viên.
Let him speak.
Để anh ấy nói.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to suggest or propose an action.
Note: Commonly used in everyday conversation when making suggestions.

Để lại/Thả lại

Example:
I will let you know when I arrive.
Tôi sẽ để bạn biết khi tôi đến.
They let the dog out in the yard.
Họ đã thả con chó ra ngoài sân.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate leaving something in a place or informing someone.
Note: Can also imply the act of allowing something to happen.

Thể hiện sự đồng ý

Example:
Let’s agree to disagree.
Hãy đồng ý rằng chúng ta sẽ không đồng ý.
If you let me, I will explain.
Nếu bạn cho phép tôi, tôi sẽ giải thích.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to express consent or agreement.
Note: Can be used in both personal and professional settings.

Khiến cho (cảm giác, hành động xảy ra)

Example:
Let it be known that I support you.
Hãy để mọi người biết rằng tôi ủng hộ bạn.
Let the music play.
Hãy để âm nhạc phát.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate causing something to happen.
Note: Often used in expressive contexts, like music or announcements.

Let's synonyms

allow

To give permission or consent for something to happen.
Example: Please allow me to explain the situation.
Note: Similar to 'let' but may imply more formal or official permission.

permit

To officially allow or give permission for something to happen.
Example: The sign permits visitors to enter the premises.
Note: Similar to 'let' but often used in more formal contexts.

grant

To agree to give someone what they ask for or allow them to have it.
Example: The committee decided to grant her request for additional funding.
Note: Implies a formal approval or bestowal of permission.

authorize

To give official permission for or approval to do something.
Example: Only the manager can authorize refunds for customers.
Note: Conveys a sense of official approval or empowerment.

enable

To make something possible or provide the means to do something.
Example: The new software will enable users to perform tasks more efficiently.
Note: Focuses on providing the capability or resources to carry out an action.

Let expressions, common phrases

let go

To stop holding onto something emotionally or physically; to release or relinquish control over something.
Example: She finally decided to let go of her past and move forward.
Note: The phrase 'let go' implies a voluntary action of releasing or surrendering, whereas 'let' alone is more about giving permission.

let someone down

To disappoint or fail to meet someone's expectations or hopes.
Example: I don't want to let my team down by not completing the project on time.
Note: While 'let' can denote giving permission, 'let someone down' focuses on failing to meet expectations.

let in

To allow someone or something to enter or come in.
Example: Could you let in some fresh air? It's stuffy in here.
Note: The addition of 'in' specifies the action of allowing someone or something to enter a space.

let off steam

To release pent-up energy or frustration by engaging in physical or verbal activity.
Example: After a stressful week, she went for a run to let off steam.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the act of releasing built-up tension or emotions, different from the general idea of 'let'.

let on

To reveal or inadvertently show knowledge about something, especially when trying to keep it a secret.
Example: She knows about the surprise party, but she won't let on to the birthday girl.
Note: 'Let on' involves revealing information that may have been intended to be kept secret, unlike 'let' which is mainly about permission.

let up

To diminish or ease in intensity, especially in reference to something unpleasant or challenging.
Example: The rain finally let up, and we were able to go outside.
Note: 'Let up' indicates a decrease or lessening of something, contrasting with the broader sense of 'let'.

let the cat out of the bag

To accidentally or intentionally reveal a secret or surprise.
Example: I was going to surprise him, but someone let the cat out of the bag about the party.
Note: This idiom emphasizes the act of revealing a secret, which is different from the general meaning of 'let' as permission.

Let everyday (slang) expressions

let's (let us)

A contraction of 'let us', used to suggest or propose an action together.
Example: Let's go to the movies tonight.
Note: Informal and conversational compared to 'let us'.

let's see

An expression used to suggest a wait-and-see approach before making a decision or judgment.
Example: Let's see if we can find a solution to this problem.
Note: Indicates a willingness to consider or evaluate a situation before taking action.

let it slide

To choose to ignore or not react to something that usually bothers or offends you.
Example: I'm just going to let it slide this time.
Note: Implies a passive response rather than addressing the issue directly.

let's roll

An informal way to suggest or signal the start of an activity or departure.
Example: Alright, time to go. Let's roll!
Note: Conveys a sense of readiness or eagerness to begin an action.

let's call it a day

To decide to finish or conclude an activity or work for the day.
Example: We've been working hard all morning. Let's call it a day and continue tomorrow.
Note: Suggests ending something for the time being with the intention to resume later.

let someone off the hook

To excuse or release someone from a responsibility, obligation, or punishment.
Example: I'll let you off the hook this time, but don't be late again.
Note: Implies granting forgiveness or leniency in a situation where someone could be held accountable.

Let - Examples

Let me help you with that.
Hãy để tôi giúp bạn với điều đó.
Don't let the dog out.
Đừng để cho chó ra ngoài.
She let out a sigh of relief.
Cô ấy thở phào nhẹ nhõm.

Let grammar

Let - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: let
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): let
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): let
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): letting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): lets
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): let
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): let
Syllables, Separation and Stress
let Contains 1 syllables: let
Phonetic transcription: ˈlet
let , ˈlet (The red syllable is stressed)

Let - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
let: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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