erteilen
Translation
to grant, to give, to issue, to impart
Examples
Der Lehrer erteilt eine Lektion.
The teacher gives a lesson.
Die Behörde erteilt eine Genehmigung.
The authority issues a permit.
Er erteilte mir einen wichtigen Rat.
He gave me an important piece of advice.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) to give/grant sb. sth. The boss gives the employee an order.
Similar Words
Synonyms: geben (to give), verleihen (to award), gewähren (to grant)
Etymology
From 'er-' (prefix indicating an action directed towards someone) + 'teilen' (to share, divide). To 'share out' something to someone, like permission or a lesson.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a formal way of 'giving' or 'sharing' something official, like an order (einen Befehl erteilen) or a lesson (eine Lektion erteilen).