lass mich gehen
The English phrase 'let me go' is translated into German as lass mich gehen.
lass mich gehen is used as a request or command when you want someone to stop holding or restraining you.
How does it change in a sentence?
lass mich gehen is the imperative singular form used when addressing one person informally. If you are addressing multiple people informally, the plural imperative form is Lasst mich gehen. For formal addresses, use Lassen Sie mich gehen.
Did you know?
- The verb lass in lass mich gehen is a linguistic relative of the English word 'late'.
- German has a specific noun Gehen 'the act of walking' that can be used to describe a person's characteristic gait or way of moving.
- While lass mich gehen asks for release, the phrase lass mich in Ruhe means 'leave me alone' and uses the same verb lassen.
Examples in context
- Lass mich gehen oder ich werde schreien.Let me go or I'll scream.This sentence shows how to use lass mich gehen in a threat.Tatoeba #6375491 by wolfgangth, translation #6375437 by OsoHombre
- Lass mich gehen, und ich will dir’s vergelten.Let me go free, and I'll show myself grateful.This sentence shows how to use lass mich gehen when offering a reward for being released.Tatoeba #6704718 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #4609525 by Hybrid
- Lass mich gehen!Let me go!This sentence shows the use of lass mich gehen as a direct command.Tatoeba #838639 by Espi, translation #250112 by CK
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Example conversation
Felix is trying to leave a conversation, but Hannah is holding his arm.
- FelixLass mich gehen, Hannah.Let me go, Hannah.
- HannahNein, wir müssen noch reden.No, we still need to talk.
- FelixIch habe keine Zeit mehr.I don't have any more time.
- HannahBitte, nur noch fünf Minuten.Please, just five more minutes.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries gehen, lass, mich, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
