dejar
leave · stop
Es cuando una persona permite que algo o alguien se quede en un lugar o se vaya, o cuando ya no sigue haciendo una actividad.
Word: dejar
Meaning:
"Dejar" is a Spanish verb that primarily means "to leave," "to let," or "to allow." It can have several related meanings depending on the context.
Core Meanings:
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To leave (something or someone behind):
When you "dejar" something, you leave it at a place or with someone.
Example: Dejar la llave en la puerta. (To leave the key in the door.) -
To let or allow:
Used to indicate permission or allowance.
Example: ¿Me dejas tomar prestado tu libro? (Will you let me borrow your book?) -
To stop or quit (doing something):
It can mean to cease an action or habit.
Example: Dejé de fumar. (I stopped smoking.) -
To leave behind (inheritance or legacy):
Often used in the context of leaving behind possessions or legacies.
Example: Él dejó una gran herencia. (He left a great inheritance.)
Parts:
- Root verb: "dejar"
- Conjugation follows regular "-ar" verb patterns: dejo, dejas, deja, dejamos, dejan, etc.
Synonyms:
- For "leave": abandonar, marcharse, salir
- For "allow": permitir, consentir
- For "stop/quit": cesar, abandonar, parar
- For "leave behind": legar, heredar
Antonyms:
- For "leave": quedarse (to stay), tomar (to take)
- For "allow": prohibir (to forbid), negar (to refuse)
- For "stop": continuar (to continue), seguir (to keep doing)
Overall, "dejar" is a versatile verb widely used in Spanish with meanings related to leaving, permitting, or stopping depending on the scenario.
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Examples
¿Puedes dejar el lápiz aquí?verb
Can you leave the pencil here?
Voy a dejar el abrigo en la silla.verb
I am going to leave the coat on the chair.
Puedes dejar tus cosas aquí.verb
You can leave your things here.
Mamá dejó la ventana cerrada ayer.verb
Mom left the window closed yesterday.
No puedo dejar de amarte.verb
I can't stop loving you.
No logro dejar de fumar.verb
I can't stop smoking.
Ayer dejé mi abrigo en el coche.verb
Yesterday I left my coat in the car.
¿Por qué dejaste la puerta abierta?verb
Why did you leave the door open?
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