die Erteilung
Translation
granting, issuance, conferral, bestowal
Examples
Die Erteilung der Genehmigung dauert lange.
The granting of the permit takes a long time.
Er wartet auf die Erteilung des Visums.
He is waiting for the issuance of the visa.
Die Erteilung eines Auftrags muss schriftlich erfolgen.
The placing of an order must be done in writing.
Grammar Patterns
the granting ((of sth.)) the granting of sth. The granting of the permit is the first step.
the issuance ((of sth.)) the issuance of sth. He is responsible for the issuance of certificates.
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Etymology
From the verb 'erteilen' (to grant, issue), with the suffix '-ung' forming a feminine noun. 'er-' often indicates completion, and 'teilen' means 'to share/divide'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'er-TEIL-ung' as giving someone a 'Teil' (part) of something, like a part of authority (permission).