déjanos
/dé-ja-nos/
Let us
To grant permission or allow a group to act, we use 'déjanos' (let us).
déjanos(verb)
Let us
?To permit or allow a group (us) to do something.
,Allow us
?Formal equivalent of 'let us'.
📝 In Action
Déjanos ayudarte con esa caja pesada.
A2Let us help you with that heavy box.
Si no entiendes, déjanos explicarte de nuevo.
B1If you don't understand, let us explain to you again.
💡 Grammar Points
A Command to One Person
This word is a command directed at one person (the informal 'tú') telling them to perform an action on a group ('nos').
❌ Common Pitfalls
Misplacing the Pronoun
Mistake: "Using 'nos deja' when giving an affirmative command."
Correction: In affirmative commands, the pronoun must always stick to the end of the verb: '¡Déjanos!' (Correct) vs. '¡Nos deja!' (Incorrect command form).
⭐ Usage Tips
The Accent Mark Rule
The accent (tilde) on 'dé' is mandatory because when you attach two syllables ('nos') to the original one-syllable command ('deja'), the stress must remain on the original stressed syllable (de-JA) to keep the meaning clear (DÉ-ja-nos).
When asking someone to stop interfering or bothering a group, we say 'déjanos' (leave us alone).
déjanos(verb)
Leave us alone
?Stop bothering or interfering with a group.
,Get away from us
?A sharp command to separate oneself.
📝 In Action
Por favor, déjanos en paz, estamos ocupados.
A2Please, leave us in peace, we are busy.
Si no vas a ayudar, déjanos solos.
B1If you aren't going to help, leave us alone.
💡 Grammar Points
Meaning Shift with Context
While the literal verb is 'to leave,' when used in a command without a specific action (like 'Déjanos'), it usually means 'stop bothering us' or 'go away.'
⭐ Usage Tips
Tone of Voice
This command can sound harsh if not softened by 'por favor' (please), especially in the sense of asking someone to leave.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: déjanos
Question 1 of 2
Which of these sentences correctly uses 'déjanos' to ask for permission?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'déjanos' when speaking to my boss or teacher?
It is better to use 'déjenos' (the formal command form) when speaking to someone you address as 'usted' (like a boss or teacher), as 'déjanos' is the informal command directed at 'tú'.
What is the negative equivalent of 'Déjanos'?
The negative command is 'No nos dejes.' When the command is negative, the pronoun ('nos') always goes before the verb and is separated from it.