How to Say "you permitted" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “you permitted” is “dejaras” — B2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Esperaba que dejaras a tu hermano venir con nosotros.
I was hoping that you would let your brother come with us.
Si dejaras que el perro saliera, no estaría ladrando.
If you allowed the dog to go out, it wouldn't be barking.
Verbs of Influence
When the main verb expresses a desire or command in the past (like 'quería' or 'pedía'), the secondary verb (dejaras) must shift into the Subjunctive to show uncertainty or influence.
Direct translation of 'would'
Mistake: “Using the conditional tense ('dejarías') when permission is being requested or influenced by a past action.”
Correction: When one person influences another's action, use the Subjunctive: 'Te pedí que me dejaras salir' (I asked you to let me go out).
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