How to Say "allowing" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “allowing” is “dejando” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
VerbA2
giving permission
Examples
El guardia no estaba dejando entrar a nadie sin identificación.
The guard was not allowing anyone to enter without ID.
Ella se está dejando crecer el pelo.
She is letting her hair grow out (She is allowing her hair to grow).
Structure with 'Que'
When 'dejando' means 'allowing,' it is often followed by 'que' and a conjugated verb: 'dejando que coman' (allowing them to eat).
Direct Translation Error
Mistake: “Está dejando a ir (He is letting go).”
Correction: Está dejando ir (The 'a' is not needed when followed by a simple infinitive like 'ir').
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