This is the 6798th most frequent French word.
laissez
"Let" or "allow."
Here, 'laissez' is used as an imperative form of the verb 'laisser', meaning 'leave' or 'allow'. It is directed at plural or formal 'you', asking them to leave their belongings at the entrance.
Laissez vos affaires à l'entrée.
Leave your belongings at the entrance.
In this sentence, 'laissez' functions again as an imperative form of 'laisser'. It is calling upon the listener to actively put aside their worries, showcasing its use to express an instruction or suggestion in context.
Si vous voulez profiter de votre journée, laissez vos soucis de côté.
If you want to enjoy your day, leave your worries aside.
Here, 'laissiez' (subjunctive form of 'laisser') is used to express a wish or demand in a subjunctive clause following 'je demande que'. It indicates a request for the action of leaving everything intact.