Die Konzession
Example: Die Konzession für das neue Restaurant wurde gestern genehmigt.
Definition
"Die Konzession" refers to an official authorization or permit granted by a governing authority to operate a business or service, such as a restaurant. It allows the holder to legally carry out specific activities that would otherwise be restricted or regulated.
Etymology
The word "die Konzession" comes from the Latin 'concessio,' meaning 'a granting' or 'yielding.' It entered German through legal and administrative language, reflecting the idea of granting permission or a special right by an authority. Did you know that the term originally emphasized the act of conceding something, highlighting its nature as a formal allowance?
Learn to use this word actively
"Die Konzession" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select German as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
