autorización
ah-oo-toh-ree-sah-syohn
📝 In Action
Necesitas una autorización por escrito para acceder a esa zona.
B1You need written authorization to access that area.
La junta directiva dio su autorización para el nuevo proyecto.
B2The board of directors gave its approval for the new project.
No tengo la autorización de mis padres para ir a la fiesta.
A2I don't have my parents' permission to go to the party.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
This word is always feminine, so you must use 'la' before it: 'La autorización fue denegada' (The authorization was denied).
Common Prepositions
We often use 'para' (for) or 'de' (of/from) with this word: 'Autorización para construir' (Authorization to build); 'Autorización de la gerencia' (Authorization from management).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender Error
Mistake: "El autorización"
Correction: La autorización. Words in Spanish ending in -ción are almost always feminine.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'autorización' when talking about official documents, legal matters, or formal requests. Use 'permiso' for simpler, everyday permissions.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: autorización
Question 1 of 2
Which verb is typically used when you are *giving* 'autorización'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'autorización' and 'permiso'?
'Autorización' is generally more formal, official, or administrative (like a legal document or official sign-off from a high-level authority). 'Permiso' is used for everyday, informal permission (e.g., 'May I go to the bathroom?').
How do I make the plural form?
The plural is 'autorizaciones.' You add '-es' to the end and change the 'z' to a 'c' for spelling rules: 'Las autorizaciones son necesarias' (The authorizations are necessary).