das grüne Licht
Translation
green light, go-ahead, permission, approval
Examples
Wir haben grünes Licht für das Projekt bekommen.
We got the green light for the project.
Der Chef gab uns grünes Licht.
The boss gave us the green light.
Grammar Patterns
to give ((sb.)) the green light ((for sth.)) The committee gave the project the green light.
to get the green light ((for sth.)) We finally got the green light for the construction.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zustimmung, Erlaubnis; Antonyms: rotes Licht, Verbot
Etymology
From 'grün' (green) + 'Licht' (light). Literally a green traffic light, metaphorically meaning permission to proceed.
Memory Tips
Imagine a traffic light turning green, signaling that you can go ahead with your plans.