What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pass
Example
I need to pass this slow-moving car. [pass: verb]
Example
I hope I can pass the driving test on my first try. [pass: verb]
Example
The teacher will pass your essay if it meets the requirements. [pass: verb]
permit
Example
The company does not permit smoking on its premises. [permit: verb]
Example
You need a permit to fish in this lake. [permit: noun]
Example
The city issued a permit for the construction of a new building. [permit: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pass is more common in everyday language, while permit is more formal and often used in legal or official contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between pass and permit?
Permit is more formal than pass and is often used in legal or official contexts, while pass is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
