What does "permitir" mean in English?

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Spanish

permitir

English

allow

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Alternative translations of "permitir"

permit
let
enable
authorize

Examples of how to use "permitir" in Spanish

Spanish
No se permite fumar aquí.
English
Smoking is not allowed here.
Spanish
Ellos permiten comida en la biblioteca.
English
They allow food in the library.
Spanish
Ayer permitimos la entrada de mascotas.
English
Yesterday we allowed pets to enter.
Spanish
Mi abuelo permitía juegos en casa.
English
My grandfather used to allow games at home.
Spanish
Mañana permitiré visitas a las ocho.
English
Tomorrow I will allow visits at eight o'clock.

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No se permite fumar aquí.

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