Meaning of lubama | Babel Free

Definitions

1. to allow, permit, let, give permission
2. To give permission or consent for something to happen, to someone do something (adessive + da-infinitive).
   transitive
3. As a polite interjection (usually in the imperative mood).
   transitive
4. To enable to do something, providing the necessary prerequisites or sufficient resources.
   transitive
5. to promise, vow, bode
6. To give a promise, ensure that something happens; to give hope (allative + da-infinitive).
   transitive

Equivalents

Examples

“Kas sa lubad mul nüüd minna?”

Will you let me go now?

“Võimud ei luba mehel riigist lahkuda.”

The authorities won't allow the man to leave the country.

“Luba ma aitan sind!”

Here, let me help you.

“Daamid ja härrad, lubage esitleda: ...”

Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce: ...

“Ostan seda, mida rahakott lubab.”

I buy, what I can afford.

“Luba mulle, et sa kunagi ei sure!”

Promise me you'll never die!

“Homseks lubatakse ilusat ilma.”

They are promising good weather for tomorrow.

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