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Let him do that

🇬🇧 UK //lɛt hɪm duː ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //lɛt hɪm du ðæt//

Meaning of Let him do that

To allow someone to perform a specific action.

In simple words: Allow him to do that.

Let him do that in a sentence

• I will let him do that if he asks nicely.
• Don't let him do that without supervision!
• She decided to let him do that even though she had doubts.
• Let him do that; he knows what he’s doing.
• They let him do that as a part of his training.

How to use Let him do that

Used to give permission; suitable in informal or neutral contexts. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

let + object + base form of verb

Memory hint

Think of 'let' as opening a gate for someone to walk through.

Related words

Collocations with Let him do that

• let him go
• let her try
• let them know
• let me see
• let us help

Synonyms for Let him do that

• allow
• permit
• enable
• authorize
• grant

Common mistakes with Let him do that

• Confusing 'let' with 'make' - 'let' is permission, 'make' is force.
• Using 'letting' incorrectly, as in 'let him doing that.'
• Omitting 'him' and saying 'let do that.'

Frequently asked questions about Let him do that

What does Let him do that mean?

Allow him to do that.

What is the definition of Let him do that?

To allow someone to perform a specific action.

How do you use Let him do that in a sentence?

I will let him do that if he asks nicely.

Can you give another example of Let him do that?

Don't let him do that without supervision!

What are synonyms for Let him do that?

Common alternatives include allow, permit, enable, authorize, grant.

What words go with Let him do that?

It commonly pairs with let him go, let her try, let them know, let me see, let us help.

What are common mistakes when using Let him do that?

Confusing 'let' with 'make' - 'let' is permission, 'make' is force. Using 'letting' incorrectly, as in 'let him doing that.' Omitting 'him' and saying 'let do that.'

How do you pronounce Let him do that?

US: //lɛt hɪm du ðæt//, UK: //lɛt hɪm duː ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Let him do that?

Used to give permission; suitable in informal or neutral contexts. Avoid in formal writing.