Verklarend woordenboek
Engels
Allow
əˈlaʊ
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
200 - 300
200 - 300
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
Allow -
To give permission for something to happen or be done
Voorbeeld: The teacher allowed the students to work in groups.
Gebruik: formalContext: educational or professional settings
Opmerking: Commonly used in formal situations to indicate permission or authorization
To enable or permit someone to do something
Voorbeeld: The new software allows users to customize their settings.
Gebruik: formalContext: technology or product descriptions
Opmerking: Often used in technical or instructional contexts to indicate functionality or capability
To tolerate or accept something
Voorbeeld: I don't allow rudeness in my classroom.
Gebruik: formalContext: rules or policies
Opmerking: Used to establish boundaries or standards of behavior
To allocate a certain amount of time, money, or resources for a specific purpose
Voorbeeld: We need to allow more time for this project.
Gebruik: formalContext: project management or planning
Opmerking: Commonly used in professional contexts to indicate provision or allocation
To admit or acknowledge something as valid or true
Voorbeeld: I must allow that he has a point in this argument.
Gebruik: formalContext: discussions or debates
Opmerking: Used to concede a point or perspective in a formal debate or conversation
Synoniemen van Allow
permit
To give authorization or consent for something to happen.
Voorbeeld: They permitted us to enter the building.
Opmerking: Similar to 'allow' but may imply a formal or official permission.
authorize
To give official permission or approval for something.
Voorbeeld: The manager authorized the use of company resources.
Opmerking: More formal and often used in official or legal contexts.
enable
To make possible or provide the means for something to happen.
Voorbeeld: The new software will enable users to work more efficiently.
Opmerking: Focuses on providing the necessary conditions or tools for something to occur.
approve
To officially agree to or accept something.
Voorbeeld: The committee approved the budget proposal.
Opmerking: Implies giving a positive judgment or endorsement to a particular action or decision.
sanction
To give official permission or approval for an action, often with legal or political implications.
Voorbeeld: The government sanctioned the use of military force.
Opmerking: Can have a more formal or authoritative tone, often associated with official approval or endorsement.
Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Allow
Allow for
To take into consideration or make provisions for something that may happen.
Voorbeeld: When planning the event, we need to allow for unexpected delays.
Opmerking: This phrase implies planning ahead for potential situations, whereas 'allow' simply means to give permission.
Allowance
A sum of money regularly given to someone, typically a child or dependent, as a share of a parent's income.
Voorbeeld: Children often receive a weekly allowance for doing household chores.
Opmerking: An 'allowance' is a set amount of money given regularly, whereas 'allow' refers to giving permission.
Allow me
A polite way of asking for permission or indicating one's intention to do something.
Voorbeeld: Allow me to introduce myself.
Opmerking: This phrase is a courteous way to request permission, while 'allow' is a straightforward granting of permission.
Allow something to pass
To decide not to react or respond to something that could provoke disagreement or conflict.
Voorbeeld: I will allow that comment to pass without further discussion.
Opmerking: This phrase suggests letting something go without engaging in a dispute, unlike 'allow' which simply means to permit.
Allow time
To give a specified amount of time for a task or process to be completed.
Voorbeeld: Please allow time for the paint to dry before touching the walls.
Opmerking: This phrase involves setting aside time for something to happen, whereas 'allow' on its own means to give permission.
Allow for the possibility
To consider or make provision for a potential situation or outcome.
Voorbeeld: We must allow for the possibility of bad weather during the outdoor event.
Opmerking: This phrase involves preparing for a specific scenario, in contrast to 'allow' which simply means to give permission.
Allow something to happen
To permit or not prevent something from occurring.
Voorbeeld: We need to allow the process to happen naturally without interference.
Opmerking: This phrase emphasizes giving permission for an event to occur, unlike 'allow' which is a general term for granting permission.
Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Allow
OK
Used to indicate agreement or permission.
Voorbeeld: OK, I'll meet you there at 8.
Opmerking: OK is a widely understood informal term that is commonly used to give consent or approval.
Cool
Expressing acceptance or agreement.
Voorbeeld: Cool, let's go to the beach this weekend.
Opmerking: `Cool` is a casual way to show approval or agreement.
Sure
Indicating willingness or agreement.
Voorbeeld: Sure, I can help you with that.
Opmerking: `Sure` is a more casual and informal way of giving permission or agreement.
No problem
Informal way to agree to a request or task.
Voorbeeld: A: Can you pick up the groceries? B: No problem!
Opmerking: `No problem` is a laid-back way of saying yes or granting permission with a positive attitude.
Yes
Simple affirmation or agreement.
Voorbeeld: Yes, you can borrow my car.
Opmerking: `Yes` is a straightforward way of granting permission or agreement.
Go for it
Encouragement to proceed with a suggested action.
Voorbeeld: You want to try bungee jumping? Go for it!
Opmerking: Implies enthusiastic permission or support to carry out an action.
Sure thing
Affirmative response indicating agreement or compliance.
Voorbeeld: A: Can you email me the report? B: Sure thing!
Opmerking: `Sure thing` is a colloquial way to express readiness or willingness to do something.
Allow - Voorbeelden
Can you allow me to enter the building?
The teacher doesn't allow talking during the exam.
The new software allows users to edit photos easily.
Grammatica van Allow
Allow - Werkwoord (Verb) / Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form)
Lemma: allow
Vervoegingen
Werkwoord, verleden tijd (Verb, past tense): allowed
Werkwoord, gerundium of tegenwoordig deelwoord (Verb, gerund or present participle): allowing
Werkwoord, 3e persoon enkelvoud tegenwoordige tijd (Verb, 3rd person singular present): allows
Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form): allow
Werkwoord, tegenwoordige tijd niet 3e persoon enkelvoud (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): allow
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
allow bevat 2 lettergrepen: al • low
Fonetische transcriptie: ə-ˈlau̇
al low , ə ˈlau̇ (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)
Allow - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
allow: 200 - 300 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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