granting
word · lemma: grant
Definition
Giving or allowing something officially, such as permission, a right, or a request. Often used for formal approvals.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal; used with requests, permissions, rights, or privileges ('granting permission', 'granting a scholarship'). Rarely used in daily conversation—more common in legal, academic, or official settings. Distinct from 'giving' (more general, less formal).
Spanish: otorgar - concederPortuguese (BR): conceder - concedendoPortuguese (PT): conceder - concedendoChinese (Simplified): 授予 - 批准Chinese (Traditional): 授予 - 批准Hindi: प्रदान करना - अनुमति देनाArabic: منح - إعطاءBengali: প্রদান করা - অনুমোদন করাRussian: предоставление - дарование - разрешениеJapanese: 付与する - 許可するVietnamese: cấp - cho phépKorean: 부여하다 - 허가하다Turkish: vermek (resmî) - onaylamakUrdu: منظوری دینا - عطا کرناIndonesian: memberikan - mengabulkan
Example Sentences
The school is granting scholarships to top students.
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He is granting permission to access the files.
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Thank you for granting my request.
basic
By granting her access, they showed trust in her abilities.
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The mayor is considering granting the new business a license.
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Granting that point, I still disagree with your conclusion.
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