déjenme
“déjenme” means “let me” in Spanish (Allow me to do something (formal/plural command)).
let me, allow me
Also: leave me alone
📝 In Action
Por favor, déjenme terminar esta frase antes de interrumpir.
A2Please, let me finish this sentence before interrupting.
Ya estoy bien, déjenme en paz por un rato.
B1I'm fine now, leave me in peace for a while.
Si tienen dudas, déjenme saber y les ayudo.
B2If you have doubts, let me know and I'll help you.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: déjenme
Question 1 of 2
If you are talking to your friend Maria, which command would you use instead of 'déjenme'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word is a combination of the Spanish verb 'dejar' (from the Vulgar Latin *laxāre*, meaning 'to loosen' or 'to release') and the object pronoun 'me'. It literally means 'release/allow me' (addressed to multiple people or formally).
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (as 'dexar'), with the attached pronoun construction solidifying later.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'déjenme' and 'déjame'?
'Déjenme' is the formal command used when addressing a group of people (ustedes) or a single person formally (usted, though 'déjeme' is more common for singular formal). 'Déjame' is the informal command used when addressing one person (tú).
Why does 'déjenme' have an accent mark?
When you attach pronouns to an affirmative command, the original stress of the verb often shifts. The accent mark is required by Spanish spelling rules to force the stress back onto the third-to-last syllable, ensuring the correct command sound.