Cool MateMeaning of License
In simple words: A permit that allows you to do something, like drive or practice a profession.
License in a sentence
- The new drug has not yet been licensed in the US.
- licensing hours *(= the times when alcohol can be sold at a pub, etc.)*
- They had licensed the firm to produce the drug.
- The company plans to license the technology to others.
- The drug is not licensed for long-term use.
How to use License
Use 'license' when referring to official permissions, especially legal or professional. It's not appropriate in casual conversations about everyday activities.
Grammar pattern
license + object
Memory hint
Think of 'license' as 'lie-sense'—you need a sense of responsibility to get one.
Related words
Collocations with License
- driver's license
- business license
- fishing license
- license plate
- teaching license
Synonyms for License
- permit
- authorization
- certificate
- credential
- registration
Opposites of License
- prohibition
- ban
- forbiddance
Common mistakes with License
- Confused with 'licence' (the British spelling).
- Used as a verb instead of a noun, e.g., 'I need to license my car.' (should be 'I need a license for my car.')
- Mixing up 'license' and 'permit' in specific contexts.
License appears in
License in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ترخيص
تصريح يسمح لك بفعل شيء، مثل القيادة أو ممارسة مهنة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
লাইসেন্স
একটি অনুমতিপত্র যা আপনাকে কিছু করার অনুমতি দেয়, যেমন গাড়ি চালানো বা পেশা অনুশীলন করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Lizenz
Eine Erlaubnis, die dir erlaubt, etwas zu tun, wie z.B. Auto zu fahren oder einen Beruf auszuüben.
- SpanishEspañol
Licencia
Un permiso que te permite hacer algo, como conducir o ejercer una profesión.
- Persianفارسی
مجوز
یک اجازه که به شما اجازه میدهد کاری انجام دهید، مثل رانندگی یا انجام یک حرفه.
- FrenchFrançais
Licence
Une autorisation qui te permet de faire quelque chose, comme conduire ou exercer une profession.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लाइसेंस
एक परमिट जो आपको कुछ करने की अनुमति देता है, जैसे गाड़ी चलाना या पेशा करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Licenza
Un permesso che ti consente di fare qualcosa, come guidare o esercitare una professione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Licença
Uma permissão que te deixa fazer algo, como dirigir ou exercer uma profissão.
- RussianРусский
Лицензия, Разрешение
Разрешение, которое позволяет тебе что-то делать, например, водить машину или заниматься какой-то профессией.
- Urduاردو
لائسنس، اجازت نامہ
ایک اجازت نامہ جو آپ کو کچھ کرنے کی اجازت دیتا ہے، جیسے گاڑی چلانا یا پیشہ ورانہ کام کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
许可证
允许你做某事的许可证，比如开车或从事某个职业。
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Frequently asked questions about License
What does License mean?
A permit that allows you to do something, like drive or practice a profession.
What is the definition of License?
to give somebody official permission to do, own, or use something
How do you use License in a sentence?
The new drug has not yet been licensed in the US.
Can you give another example of License?
licensing hours *(= the times when alcohol can be sold at a pub, etc.)*
What are synonyms for License?
Common alternatives include permit, authorization, certificate, credential, registration.
What is the opposite of License?
Opposite meanings include prohibition, ban, forbiddance.
What words go with License?
It commonly pairs with driver's license, business license, fishing license, license plate, teaching license.
What are common mistakes when using License?
Confused with 'licence' (the British spelling). Used as a verb instead of a noun, e.g., 'I need to license my car.' (should be 'I need a license for my car.') Mixing up 'license' and 'permit' in specific contexts.
How do you pronounce License?
US: /["/ˈlaɪsns/","/ˈlaɪsnsɪz/","/ˈlaɪsnst/","/ˈlaɪsnsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈlaɪsns/","/ˈlaɪsnsɪz/","/ˈlaɪsnst/","/ˈlaɪsnsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use License?
Use 'license' when referring to official permissions, especially legal or professional. It's not appropriate in casual conversations about everyday activities.
What CEFR level is License?
"License" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.