laisser
Regular -er Level A1 ⭐ #26 Most CommonEnglish translation: to leave (behind) / to let (allow)
Présent
Leaving things or permitting.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| je | laisse | |
| tu | laisses | |
| il / elle | laisse | |
| nous | laissons | |
| vous | laissez | |
| ils / elles | laissent |
- S'il vous plaît, laissez la porte ouverte. — Lütfen kapıyı açık bırakın.
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Frequently Asked Questions: LAISSER
Is "laisser" a regular or irregular verb in French? ▾
"laisser" is classified as a Regular -er verb in French. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "Regular 1st group -er (laisse, laisses, laisse...)". Regular -er verb followed by bare infinitive or direct object. 'Laisser + infinitive' means 'to let someone do something' ('Laisse-moi parler!').
What does "laisser" mean in English? ▾
In English, "laisser" translates primarily to "to leave (behind) / to let (allow)". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "laisser"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Je quitte mes clés sur la table." instead of "Je laisse mes clés sur la table.". Why? 'Quitter' is for leaving a place/person; 'laisser' is for leaving an object behind.
What are common idioms or expressions with "laisser"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Laisser tomber" which means "To drop it / never mind / let it go" (e.g. "Ne t'inquiète pas, laisse tomber.").
How can I practice and memorize "laisser" conjugations? ▾
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