The verb "to let" is often used to mean "to allow" or "to permit." It's versatile and can be found in various contexts. Here are some key points about its usage:
Present tense: "let(s)"
I, you, we, they (let) / he, she, it (lets)
" Let`s go..." //Let us/
" Let`s introduce ourselves." //Let us/
"Let me speak."
Past tense: "let"
"She let the dog out."
" Let me know if you will come"
Past participle: "To have + let"
"They have let their children play outside."
Phrasal verbs:
Here are some common phrasal verbs with "let," along with their meanings and examples:
Let down – To disappoint someone or fail to meet expectations. Example: I worked hard because I didn’t want to let my team down.
Let in – To allow someone or something to enter. Example: Could you let the cat in?
Let out – To allow someone or something to leave; also to make a sound (like a cry or scream). Example: The teacher let the students out early today.
Let off – To excuse someone from punishment or a duty. Example: The officer let him off with just a warning.
Let go – To release or stop holding on to something (literal or metaphorical). Example: It’s time to let go of past mistakes. / Let`s go./
Let up – To become less intense or stop. Example: The rain hasn’t let up all day.
Let on – To reveal or pretend to know something. Example: Don’t let on that we’re planning a surprise!
Let loose – To relax or behave freely without restraint. Example: The party was a chance for everyone to let loose and have fun.
Idiomatic expressions:
Let go: It’s time to let go of the past.
Let loose: Let loose and enjoy the party!