die Erlaubnis
Translation
permission, permit, license, authorization
Examples
Ich brauche Ihre Erlaubnis.
I need your permission.
Er hat eine Erlaubnis zum Fahren.
He has a permit to drive.
Grammar Patterns
die Erlaubnis ((zu+Infinitiv)) permission to do sth. He has permission to stay.
die Erlaubnis ((für+4)) permission for sth. She needs a permit for the party.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Genehmigung, Zustimmung; Antonym: Verbot
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'erlauben' (to permit, allow) plus the suffix '-nis', which forms abstract nouns.
Memory Tips
Recognize the verb 'erlauben' (to allow) within the word. The '-nis' ending turns it into the concept of 'permission'.