die Lizenz
Translation
license, permit, authorization
Examples
Man braucht eine Lizenz zum Fischen.
You need a license for fishing.
Die Software hat eine neue Lizenz.
The software has a new license.
Grammar Patterns
a license for sth. (eine Lizenz für et4) You need a license for owning a weapon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Genehmigung (approval), Erlaubnis (permission)
Etymology
From Latin 'licentia' meaning 'freedom, permission'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'license', making it very easy to remember.