contraction
lemme
LEH-mee
contraction
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An informal, spoken-style contraction of "let me."
"Lemme think about it for a second."
""Lemme guess — you forgot your keys again.""
How to Use Lemme
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual way of writing "let me" the way it actually sounds when spoken quickly.
Common mistake
Avoid it in formal emails, essays, or professional writing — spell out "let me" instead.
When to use it
Very informal; used in speech, texting, and casual writing, never in formal writing.
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