die Legitimation
Translation
legitimation, justification, authorization, proof of identity
Examples
Bitte zeigen Sie Ihre Legitimation.
Please show your proof of identity.
Ihm fehlt die Legitimation für diese Entscheidung.
He lacks the legitimation for this decision.
Grammar Patterns
to show one's proof of identity to show one's proof of identity You have to show your ID at the entrance.
to have the legitimation for sth. to have the legitimation for sth. He has the legitimation to sign this contract.
Similar Words
Berechtigung (authorization), Rechtfertigung (justification), Ausweis (ID card)
Etymology
From Latin 'legitimus' (lawful), which comes from 'lex' (law).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the proof that something is 'legitimate'. This can be your identity (ID) or the authority to do something.