Misplaced Pronoun

The 'me' means 'me' or 'to me'. When the main verb is in the infinitive ('dejar'), the pronoun always sticks right onto the end, forming one word: 'dejarme'.

The Attached Pronoun

If you have a conjugated verb that controls 'dejarme' (like 'poder' or 'querer'), you can either attach the 'me' to the end ('dejarme') or put it before the conjugated verb ('me puedes dejar').

Two Placement Options

'Dejarme' is often used to ask for a temporary loan: '¿Puedes dejarme tu móvil?' (Can you lend me your phone?). Context usually makes the meaning clear.

Lending vs. Leaving

Extremely common. Used for expressing permission, separation, or lending directed at the speaker.

Confusing Transitive vs. Reflexive

When 'dejar' is used with 'me' (or 'se', 'te', etc.) and changes to 'dejarse,' the action is done to oneself. It often implies a lack of resistance or self-control.

The Reflexive Meaning

To say 'I am going to stop doing X,' you often use 'Voy a dejarme de X' (B2/C1 usage). This structure is more focused on stopping a personal habit or behavior.

Quitting Habits

The phrase 'dejarse llevar' (to let oneself be carried away) is frequently used when talking about emotions, music, or circumstances.

Emotional Surrender

Common in expressions related to self-control, quitting bad habits, or neglect.

Learn the comprehensive meanings of the Spanish word 'dejarme' (dejar + me), including 'to let me,' 'to leave me,' and the reflexive sense 'to let myself go' or 'to quit.' Includes conjugation tips for all learners.

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