erteilen
Translation
to grant, to issue, to give, to impart
Examples
Ich erteile Ihnen die Erlaubnis.
I grant you permission.
Der Lehrer erteilt eine Lektion.
The teacher gives a lesson.
Die Behörde erteilt eine Genehmigung.
The authority issues a permit.
Grammar Patterns
((j-m)) ((et4)) to grant (sb. dat.) (sth. acc.) Ich erteile Ihnen die Erlaubnis.
((et4)) to give/issue (sth. acc.) Der Lehrer erteilt eine Lektion.
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Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (achievement) + 'teilen' (to share, to divide). It means to successfully give out a share of something, like permission or an order.
Memory Tips
Think of it as officially 'sharing out' or 'dividing out' something like an order or permission. The 'er-' prefix emphasizes the successful completion of the action.