A2noun 2K

Permission

🇬🇧 UK /["/pəˈmɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/pərˈmɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Permission

the act of allowing somebody to do something, especially when this is done by somebody in a position of authority

In simple words: Being allowed to do something

Permission in a sentence

• I need permission from my parents to go out tonight.
• You have my permission to use my laptop for the project.
• Without permission, you cannot enter the building.
• She asked for permission to leave the meeting early.
• It is important to get permission before making changes to the document.

How to use Permission

Use 'permission' when talking about getting approval for an action. It's suitable in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in slang settings.

Grammar pattern

ask for + permission

Memory hint

Think of 'permit'—you need permission to park your car.

Related words

Collocations with Permission

• full
• special
• explicit
• have
• gain
• get
• with somebody’s permission
• without somebody’s permission
• permission for
• by permission of somebody
• full
• special
• explicit
• have
• gain
• get
• with somebody’s permission
• without somebody’s permission
• permission for
• by permission of somebody

Synonyms for Permission

• authorization
• consent
• agreement
• approval
• license

Opposites of Permission

• prohibition
• denial

Common mistakes with Permission

• Using 'permission' instead of 'permit' as a verb
• Saying 'give permission to' instead of 'grant permission to'
• Confusing 'permission' with 'permission slip' which is a specific document

Frequently asked questions about Permission

What does Permission mean?

Being allowed to do something

What is the definition of Permission?

the act of allowing somebody to do something, especially when this is done by somebody in a position of authority

How do you use Permission in a sentence?

I need permission from my parents to go out tonight.

Can you give another example of Permission?

You have my permission to use my laptop for the project.

What are synonyms for Permission?

Common alternatives include authorization, consent, agreement, approval, license.

What is the opposite of Permission?

Opposite meanings include prohibition, denial.

What words go with Permission?

It commonly pairs with full, special, explicit, have, gain, get, with somebody’s permission, without somebody’s permission, permission for, by permission of somebody, full, special, explicit, have, gain, get, with somebody’s permission, without somebody’s permission, permission for, by permission of somebody.

What are common mistakes when using Permission?

Using 'permission' instead of 'permit' as a verb Saying 'give permission to' instead of 'grant permission to' Confusing 'permission' with 'permission slip' which is a specific document

How do you pronounce Permission?

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

When should I use Permission?

Use 'permission' when talking about getting approval for an action. It's suitable in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in slang settings.

What CEFR level is Permission?

"Permission" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.