How to Say ‘I forgive; I allow’ in Japanese
許します
yurushi masu
[yoo-roo-shee mahss]
💬 Usage Tip: [許します] literally means "I forgive" or "I allow," so it can be used jokingly after someone offers a good excuse or a treat. The same verb works in everyday situations too, like [ここは許します].
Phrase Breakdown
許し
yurushi
[yoo-roo-shee]
forgive; allow
From 許す, meaning to forgive or allow, often playful in flirting contexts.
今回は特別に許します。
I'll forgive it just this once.
ます
masu
[mahss]
polite verb ending
Makes the verb polite and suitable for friendly but respectful speech.
本気なら許します。
If you're serious, I'll forgive you.
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