die Bewilligung
Translation
approval, permit, authorisation, grant
Examples
Wir brauchen eine Bewilligung für den Bau.
We need a permit for the construction.
Er erhielt eine Bewilligung für sein Projekt.
He received a grant for his project.
Grammar Patterns
a permit/grant ((for sth.)) She applied for a grant for the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Genehmigung, Erlaubnis, Zustimmung
Etymology
From the verb 'bewilligen' (to approve), which comes from 'Wille' (will). The concept is 'to give one's will' to something.
Memory Tips
Think of 'be-will-igung' as the act of bestowing your 'will' upon something, thereby granting approval.