die Genehmigung, -en
permission · approval · permit
Eine offizielle Erlaubnis, etwas zu tun oder zu benutzen.
The German word "Genehmigung" is a noun meaning "approval", "permission", or "authorization".
It is derived from the verb "genehmigen" (to approve, to permit), where the root is "nehm" related to "nehmen" (to take).
Words with similar meanings:
- Erlaubnis (permission, allowance)
- Zulassung (admission, approval)
- Bewilligung (granting, approval)
Differences:
- Genehmigung often emphasizes formal or official approval, e.g., permissions granted by authorities.
- Erlaubnis is more general permission (formal or informal).
- Zulassung mostly used in contexts like access, admission, or licensing (e.g., car approval).
- Bewilligung focuses on granting of funds or official rights.
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Examples
Eine Genehmigung ist notwendig, um mit der Veranstaltung zu beginnen.noun
Permission is necessary to start the event.
Ohne Genehmigung dürfen wir hier nicht bauen.noun
Without permission, we are not allowed to build here.
Für das Projekt fehlt noch die Genehmigung.noun
The project still lacks approval.
Die Genehmigung war nicht einfach zu bekommen.noun
The permission was not easy to obtain.
Unsere Genehmigung gilt nur für einen Monat.noun
Our permit is valid for only one month.
Unsere Genehmigung gilt noch einen Monat.noun
Our permit is valid for another month.
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