let it sit

let it sit(
lehd
 
iht
 
siht
)
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. dejarlo reposar
The dough has to rise, so you have to let it sit overnight.La masa tiene que subir, así que tienes que dejarla reposar durante la noche.
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. déjalo reposar
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
What do I do with the marinated chicken? - Let it sit in the refrigerator.¿Qué hago con el pollo marinado? – Déjalo reposar en la refrigeradora.
b. déjelo reposar
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
(singular)
What do you want me to do with the meat? - Let it sit for a half hour.¿Qué quiere que haga con la carne? - Déjelo reposar durante media hora.
a. déjenlo reposar (plural)
Take the dough and put it in the refrigerator. Let it sit a few hours.Tomen la masa y pónganla en la refrigeradora. Déjenla reposar unas horas.
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