B2noun 5K

Licence

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈlaɪsns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈlaɪsns/"]/

Meaning of Licence

an official document that shows that permission has been given to do, own or use something

In simple words: A legal document that allows you to do something.

Licence in a sentence

• He obtained a driving licence after passing the test.
• The restaurant was shut down for operating without a proper licence.
• She has a fishing licence that allows her to catch trout in the lake.
• In some countries, a business licence is required to operate legally.
• The artist felt he had the licence to express his feelings through his work.
• Creative licence can sometimes lead to unconventional art.

How to use Licence

Commonly used when discussing legal permissions like driving. Less formal in everyday conversation, but still a standard term.

Grammar pattern

licence + object

Memory hint

Think of 'license' like a 'license plate' on a car.

Related words

Collocations with Licence

• valid
• full
• special
• have
• hold
• buy
• expire
• run out
• fee
• holder
• number
• in a/​the licence
• under a/​the licence
• under licence
• the holder of a licence

Synonyms for Licence

• permit
• authorization
• certificate
• endorsement

Opposites of Licence

• prohibition
• forbiddance

Common mistakes with Licence

• Confusing 'licence' (UK) with 'license' (US) spelling.
• Using it as a verb; remember 'license' is the verb form.
• Mispronouncing it as 'lice-ence' instead of 'ly-sense'.

Frequently asked questions about Licence

What does Licence mean?

A legal document that allows you to do something.

What is the definition of Licence?

an official document that shows that permission has been given to do, own or use something

How do you use Licence in a sentence?

He obtained a driving licence after passing the test.

Can you give another example of Licence?

The restaurant was shut down for operating without a proper licence.

What are synonyms for Licence?

Common alternatives include permit, authorization, certificate, endorsement.

What is the opposite of Licence?

Opposite meanings include prohibition, forbiddance.

What words go with Licence?

It commonly pairs with valid, full, special, have, hold, buy, expire, run out, fee, holder, number, in a/​the licence, under a/​the licence, under licence, the holder of a licence.

What are common mistakes when using Licence?

Confusing 'licence' (UK) with 'license' (US) spelling. Using it as a verb; remember 'license' is the verb form. Mispronouncing it as 'lice-ence' instead of 'ly-sense'.

How do you pronounce Licence?

US: /["/ˈlaɪsns/"]/, UK: /["/ˈlaɪsns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Licence?

Commonly used when discussing legal permissions like driving. Less formal in everyday conversation, but still a standard term.

What CEFR level is Licence?

"Licence" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.