allows
word · lemma: allow
/əˈɫaʊz/
uh-LOWZ
/ɐlˈaʊz/
uh-LOWZ
Definition
Lets someone or something do something; makes it possible for something to happen.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly used in formal or neutral contexts. Common structures: 'allows someone to do something', 'allows for something'. Often confused with 'lets', which is more informal. Used for permissions and possibilities.
Spanish: permite - dejaPortuguese (BR): permite - deixaPortuguese (PT): permite - deixaChinese (Simplified): 允许 - 使能够Chinese (Traditional): 允許 - 使能夠Hindi: अनुमति देता है - संभव बनाता हैArabic: يسمح - يتيحBengali: অনুমতি দেয় - সক্ষম করেRussian: позволяетJapanese: 許可する - 可能にするVietnamese: cho phépKorean: 허락하다 - 가능하게 하다Turkish: izin verir - olanak tanırUrdu: اجازت دیتا ہے - ممکن بناتا ہےIndonesian: mengizinkan - memungkinkan
Example Sentences
The app allows users to send messages.
basic
Rain allows plants to grow.
basic
Her schedule finally allows us to meet this week.
natural
The new rule allows for some flexibility.
natural
This key allows you to open the door.
basic
He only allows himself one treat a day.
natural