die Einwilligung
Translation
consent, agreement, approval
Examples
Wir benötigen Ihre schriftliche Einwilligung.
We need your written consent.
Ohne seine Einwilligung dürfen wir nichts tun.
We can't do anything without his consent.
Grammar Patterns
Einwilligung ((zu+dat)) consent to sth. He gave his consent to the operation.
Einwilligung ((von sb.)) consent from sb. The parents' consent is necessary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zustimmung, Genehmigung, Erlaubnis; Antonyms: Ablehnung, Verweigerung
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'einwilligen', from 'ein-' (in) + 'Wille' (will). This implies putting one's will 'into' an agreement.
Memory Tips
Imagine your 'will' (Wille) is 'in' (ein) on the decision, so you give your consent.