5 Minute English Vocabulary Show
Sep 13, 2026 · 3 min · 7 segments
In this episode of **5-Minute Vocabulary**, you'll learn **5 natural English expressions for giving permission** in everyday and professional conversations. Instead of always saying “Yes” when…
First, let's learn about this expression, of course.
Of course is one of the easiest and most natural ways to give someone permission.
It sounds friendly and positive.
For example, of course you can sit here.
Of course you can use my phone.
Of course you can come with us.
This expression shows that you're completely comfortable with the request.
Second, another very common expression is go ahead.
Go ahead means you're giving someone permission to do something.
For example, go ahead and take a seat.
Go ahead and use my charger.
Go ahead, I'm listening.
You'll hear this expression often in casual conversations.
First, let's learn about this expression, of course.
Of course is one of the easiest and most natural ways to give someone permission.
It sounds friendly and positive.
For example, of course you can sit here.
Of course you can use my phone.
Of course you can come with us.
This expression shows that you're completely comfortable with the request.
Second, another very common expression is go ahead.
Go ahead means you're giving someone permission to do something.
For example, go ahead and take a seat.
Go ahead and use my charger.
Go ahead, I'm listening.
You'll hear this expression often in casual conversations.
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Feel Free to Ask
Learn to sound more welcoming in English
What “I Don’t Mind” Means
Understand how to accept requests more naturally
Five Ways to Give Permission
Use these phrases to give permission confidently
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