This is the 3774th most frequent Dutch word.
toestaan
"Toestaan" means "to allow" or "to permit."
In this sentence, 'toestaan' is used to express granting permission to someone for an action or activity.
Mijn ouders staan me toe om naar het feestje te gaan.
My parents allow me to go to the party.
Here, 'toestaan' denotes prohibiting or permitting conduct according to rules or policies.
Het beleid staat het gebruik van mobiele telefoons tijdens vergaderingen niet toe.
The policy does not permit the use of mobile phones during meetings.
In this context, 'toestaan' communicates the allowance or acceptance of actions within legal frameworks.