Allow vs Authorize vs Enable vs Facilitate vs Permit

Quando usar cada um em inglês, com significado, registro e exemplos.

Allow

Top 1000 (muito comum)A2verb

Authorize

FormalTop 2000 (comum)C1verb

Enable

Top 1000 (muito comum)B2verb

Facilitate

Top 2000 (comum)C1verb

Permit

Top 2000 (comum)B2verb
Mais formal: Authorize
 AllowAuthorizeEnableFacilitatePermit
Pronúncia🇬🇧 /["/əˈlaʊ/","/əˈlaʊz/","/əˈlaʊd/","/əˈlaʊɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/əˈlaʊ/","/əˈlaʊz/","/əˈlaʊd/","/əˈlaʊɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈɔːθəraɪz/","/ˈɔːθəraɪzɪz/","/ˈɔːθəraɪzd/","/ˈɔːθəraɪzɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈɔːθəraɪz/","/ˈɔːθəraɪzɪz/","/ˈɔːθəraɪzd/","/ˈɔːθəraɪzɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ɪˈneɪbl/","/ɪˈneɪblz/","/ɪˈneɪbld/","/ɪˈneɪblɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪˈneɪbl/","/ɪˈneɪblz/","/ɪˈneɪbld/","/ɪˈneɪblɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/fəˈsɪlɪteɪt/","/fəˈsɪlɪteɪts/","/fəˈsɪlɪteɪtɪd/","/fəˈsɪlɪteɪtɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/fəˈsɪlɪteɪt/","/fəˈsɪlɪteɪts/","/fəˈsɪlɪteɪtɪd/","/fəˈsɪlɪteɪtɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/pəˈmɪt/","/pəˈmɪts/","/pəˈmɪtɪd/","/pəˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/pərˈmɪt/","/pərˈmɪts/","/pərˈmɪtɪd/","/pərˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/
Significadoto let someone do somethingTo give permission or power to do something.To make something possible or easy to do.To make a process easier or help someone do something.To allow something to happen.
ExemploPlease allow me to explain my point of view.I can authorize payments up to £5 000.The new software will enable users to perform tasks more efficiently.The new trade agreement should facilitate more rapid economic growth.The teacher will permit students to leave early if they finish their exams on time.
RegistroNeutroFormalNeutroNeutroNeutro
Quão comumTop 1000 (muito comum)Top 2000 (comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)Top 2000 (comum)Top 2000 (comum)
Nível CEFRA2C1B2C1B2
Classe gramaticalverbverbverbverbverb
Colocaçõesallow access, allow time, allow someone to do something, allow for mistakes, allow roomauthorize access, authorize a transaction, authorize a request, authorize changesenable technology, enable access, enable features, enable growth, enable communicationgreatly, further, be designed to, help (to)legally, generally, normally, refuse to, be designed to, legally, generally, normally, refuse to, be designed to
Antônimosforbid, prohibit, restrictprohibit, forbid, disallowdisable, prohibithinder, obstruct, impedeforbid, prohibit, ban
Erros comunsUsing 'allow' without an object (e.g., say 'allow me to help' instead of just 'allow')., Confusing 'allow' with 'let' - 'let' is more informal., Mixing up the structure, such as omitting 'to' before the verb.Confusing 'authorize' with 'authentic' as they have different meanings., Using 'authorize' without an object when it needs one (e.g., 'authorize access' not just 'authorize')., Mixing up 'authorize' with 'permit', which can have slightly different uses.Confused with 'enable' vs 'enable to' — remember 'enable' is followed directly by the object., Using 'enabled' incorrectly in present tense — it should match the subject in tense., Mixing up 'enable' and 'allow' — 'enable' implies making possible, while 'allow' means giving permission.Confused with 'facilitate' and 'facilitator' - remember 'facilitate' is a verb., Using 'facilitate' without an object - always specify what you're making easier., Mispronouncing the word - ensure the emphasis is on the 'cil' part.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.
Notas de usoUse 'allow' in contexts where you are giving permission. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English, but for severe situations or commands, consider using stronger words like 'permit'. Avoid using it in very casual exchanges.Use 'authorize' in formal settings when discussing permission or approval, such as in business, law, or official documents. Avoid in casual conversations.Use 'enable' when discussing technology, permissions, or abilities. It's suitable in both written and spoken contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations.Use 'facilitate' in professional or academic settings. It sounds formal, so avoid it in casual conversations. It’s appropriate when discussing meetings, projects, or learning environments.Use 'permit' in formal contexts, such as legal or official situations. It's less common in casual conversation, where 'let' might be more appropriate.

Perguntas frequentes: Allow vs Authorize vs Enable vs Facilitate vs Permit

Qual é a diferença entre Allow, Authorize, Enable, Facilitate e Permit?

Allow: to let someone do something Authorize: To give permission or power to do something. Enable: To make something possible or easy to do. Facilitate: To make a process easier or help someone do something. Permit: To allow something to happen.

Qual é mais formal: Allow, Authorize, Enable, Facilitate e Permit?

Authorize é a mais formal entre elas.

Allow, Authorize, Enable, Facilitate e Permit estão no mesmo nível CEFR?

Allow: A2, Authorize: C1, Enable: B2, Facilitate: C1, Permit: B2 na escala CEFR.

Que classe gramatical são Allow, Authorize, Enable, Facilitate e Permit?

Allow: verb, Authorize: verb, Enable: verb, Facilitate: verb, Permit: verb.

Pode mostrar um exemplo de cada?

Allow: Please allow me to explain my point of view. Authorize: I can authorize payments up to £5 000. Enable: The new software will enable users to perform tasks more efficiently. Facilitate: The new trade agreement should facilitate more rapid economic growth. Permit: The teacher will permit students to leave early if they finish their exams on time.

Posso usar Allow, Authorize, Enable, Facilitate e Permit de forma intercambiável?

Nem sempre. Allow, Authorize, Enable, Facilitate e Permit são relacionadas e às vezes se sobrepõem, mas diferem em registro, frequência e uso, então trocar uma pela outra pode mudar o sentido ou o tom. Veja as diferenças acima antes de substituir.

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