lassen
let
The German word 'lassen' is a versatile verb that is often used to express the concept of 'letting' or 'allowing' something to happen. It can be used in various contexts, such as 'Lass uns gehen' (Let's go) or 'Lass es mich wissen' (Let me know). However, it can also be used in more complex sentences, such as 'Ich lasse ihn das tun' (I let him do it).
Example sentences using: lassen
Könnten Sie bitte die Tür offen lassen?
Could you please leave the door open?
This example uses 'lassen' in a polite request form asking someone to leave something as it is. In this case, the request is to leave the door open.
Er wird das nicht unbeantwortet lassen.
He will not let this go unanswered.
In this example, 'lassen' is used to express allowing or letting something happen. Here, it's about 'letting something go unanswered', in other words, ensuring a response.
Ich musste mein Auto in der Garage lassen.
I had to leave my car in the garage.
This sentence uses 'lassen' to convey the need to leave something behind or in a certain state. Here, the speaker had to leave their car in the garage.