Glossary Definition] The English definition of allow is to permit, and allow is usually used to mean to allow or permit someone to do something. Its pronunciation is: English [ la ], American [ la ].
Common context for allow] includes:
Allow someone to do something: for example, the doctor allows him to eat sugarDoctors allowed him to eat sugar.
Allowing something to exist or happen: e.g., the law allows such beh**iorThe law permits such acts.
Give time: For example, we will allow you time to finish the workWe'll give you time to get the job done.
Lexical relations] allow has synonyms of permit and authorize, antonyms of forbid, derived of permission, compound of allowance.
Etymological Exploration] The word allow is derived from the Old French word alouer, which means "to give".
Cultural Background] In English, allow is a commonly used word that has different meanings and usages in different contexts. In the social and cultural context, ALLOW also addresses issues of power, responsibility, and permission. For example, in the U.S. Constitution, the First Amendment stipulates freedom of speech, that is, at the constitutional level, it stipulates that people's freedom of speech cannot be prohibited or restricted, which reflects the respect and permission for people's rights.
Learning Xi Essentials】For native Xi Chinese learners, allow is a relatively simple word that requires not many difficulties. However, it should be noted that allow can be used as a transitive or intransitive verb, and its usage needs to be determined according to the specific context. In addition, the object of allow can be followed by a verb infinitive with to, or a noun or pronoun, and its usage needs to be determined according to the context.