dejas
“dejas” means “you leave” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
you leave
Also: you forget, you drop off
📝 In Action
¿Dónde dejas las llaves cuando llegas a casa?
A1Where do you leave the keys when you get home?
Siempre dejas tu cama sin hacer.
A2You always leave your bed unmade.
Si dejas ese libro aquí, se mojará.
A2If you leave that book here, it will get wet.
you let
Also: you allow
📝 In Action
¿Por qué le dejas usar tu coche?
A2Why do you let him use your car?
Nunca dejas que te ayuden.
B1You never let them help you.
you quit
Also: you stop
📝 In Action
¿Cuándo dejas de fumar?
B1When are you going to quit smoking?
Si no dejas esa dieta, te vas a enfermar.
B2If you don't quit that diet, you are going to get sick.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Quick Quiz: dejas
Question 1 of 2
Which English translation correctly uses 'dejas' meaning 'to allow'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'dejar' comes from the Latin word 'laxare', which meant 'to loosen' or 'to relax'. This original meaning evolved into 'letting go' or 'leaving' things behind.
First recorded: Before 10th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'dejas' only used when speaking to 'tú'?
'Dejas' is a specific form reserved for the informal 'you' (tú), used with friends, family, or people your own age. If you were speaking formally or to a group, you would use 'deja' (usted) or 'dejan' (ustedes).
How do I know if 'dejas' means 'to leave' or 'to let'?
Look at the rest of the sentence. If 'dejas' is followed directly by an object (like 'las llaves' or 'el coche'), it means 'to leave.' If it is followed by an action verb (like 'correr' or 'entrar'), it usually means 'to let' or 'to allow.'