Spanish Phrase
Puedes dejarlo aquí.
Meaning
‘You can leave it here.’ The speaker gives permission or suggests that the listener place an object at the current spot. It’s a friendly, informal way to offer a spot for something.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to tell someone (a friend, colleague, or family member) that they may set something down at your location—e.g., handing over a bag, dropping a document, or putting a coat on a chair.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Puedesdejarloaquí
Poder (present)
‘Puedes’ is the second‑person singular present of poder, used to express ability or permission.
Infinitive + pronoun
When a direct‑object pronoun refers to the infinitive, it is attached to the end of the verb (dejar + lo → dejarlo).
Adverb of place
‘aquí’ means ‘here’; it follows the verb phrase and indicates the location where the action should happen.
🗨In Conversation
¿Dónde pongo el paquete?
Where should I put the package?
Puedes dejarlo aquí.
You can leave it here.
✕Common Mistakes
Puedes dejar aquí.
Missing the pronoun ‘lo’ changes the meaning; you’d be saying ‘you can leave’ without specifying what.
Puedes dejarlo allí.
‘Allí’ means ‘there’; using it instead of ‘aquí’ flips the location.
Puedes dejarlo en aquí.
The preposition ‘en’ is unnecessary after the infinitive‑pronoun construction.
↔Alternatives
Puedes dejarlo en este lugar.
You can leave it in this place.
Puedes dejarlo aquí mismo.
You can leave it right here.
Déjalo aquí.
Leave it here.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking countries, offering a spot to leave something is a sign of hospitality. ‘Puedes’ is informal; if you’re speaking to a stranger, an elder, or in a professional setting, switch to the formal ‘Puede dejarlo aquí.’