allow for

UK
/əˈlaʊ fɔː/
US
/əˈlaʊ fɔr/

Translations

allow forverb
allowed for
Past Simple
allowed for
Past Participle
allowing for
Gerund
UK
/əˈlaʊ fɔː/
US
/əˈlaʊ fɔr/
tenir compte de
When budgeting for the project, make sure to allow for unexpected expenses.
Lors de l'établissement du budget du projet, veillez à tenir compte des dépenses imprévues.
The design of the building allows for future expansion.
La conception du bâtiment prévoit une future extension.
Synonyms
account for
take into account
factor in

Definitions

allow forverb
To take into consideration when planning or calculating something.
When budgeting for the project, make sure to allow for unexpected expenses.
To make provision for something to happen or be the case.
The design of the building allows for future expansion.