B2verb 2K

Permit

🇬🇧 UK /["/pəˈmɪt/","/pəˈmɪts/","/pəˈmɪtɪd/","/pəˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/pərˈmɪt/","/pərˈmɪts/","/pərˈmɪtɪd/","/pərˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Permit

to allow somebody to do something or to allow something to happen

In simple words: To allow something to happen.

Permit in a sentence

• The teacher will permit students to leave early if they finish their exams on time.
• You must obtain a permit before you can start construction on your new house.
• The law does not permit any form of discrimination in the workplace.
• The park service will permit dogs in certain areas, but not everywhere.
• The organization decided to permit remote work options for its employees.

How to use Permit

Use 'permit' in formal contexts, such as legal or official situations. It's less common in casual conversation, where 'let' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

permit + object

Memory hint

Think of 'permit' as 'permit-it' — you give permission to make it happen.

Related words

Collocations with Permit

• legally
• generally
• normally
• refuse to
• be designed to
• legally
• generally
• normally
• refuse to
• be designed to

Synonyms for Permit

• allow
• authorize
• enable
• sanction
• approve

Opposites of Permit

• forbid
• prohibit
• ban

Common mistakes with Permit

• Confused with 'allow' - 'permit' is often more formal.
• Using 'permit' incorrectly in passive voice without clear subject.
• Using 'permit' without an object, forgetting what is being permitted.

Frequently asked questions about Permit

What does Permit mean?

To allow something to happen.

What is the definition of Permit?

to allow somebody to do something or to allow something to happen

How do you use Permit in a sentence?

The teacher will permit students to leave early if they finish their exams on time.

Can you give another example of Permit?

You must obtain a permit before you can start construction on your new house.

What are synonyms for Permit?

Common alternatives include allow, authorize, enable, sanction, approve.

What is the opposite of Permit?

Opposite meanings include forbid, prohibit, ban.

What words go with Permit?

It commonly pairs with legally, generally, normally, refuse to, be designed to, legally, generally, normally, refuse to, be designed to.

What are common mistakes when using Permit?

Confused with 'allow' - 'permit' is often more formal. Using 'permit' incorrectly in passive voice without clear subject. Using 'permit' without an object, forgetting what is being permitted.

How do you pronounce Permit?

US: /["/pərˈmɪt/","/pərˈmɪts/","/pərˈmɪtɪd/","/pərˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/pəˈmɪt/","/pəˈmɪts/","/pəˈmɪtɪd/","/pəˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Permit?

Use 'permit' in formal contexts, such as legal or official situations. It's less common in casual conversation, where 'let' might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Permit?

"Permit" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.