das Genehmigungsverfahren
Translation
approval procedure, permitting process, authorization process
Examples
Das Genehmigungsverfahren dauert sehr lange.
The approval procedure takes a very long time.
Wir müssen ein Genehmigungsverfahren einleiten.
We have to initiate an approval procedure.
Grammar Patterns
an approval procedure ((for sth.)) an approval procedure for... an approval procedure for a construction project
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zulassungsverfahren (admission procedure), Bewilligungsverfahren (granting procedure)
Etymology
A compound of 'Genehmigung' (approval) and 'Verfahren' (procedure). It literally means 'approval procedure'.
Memory Tips
Break the word down: 'Genehmigung' (approval) + 'Verfahren' (procedure). This makes its meaning very clear.