This is the 1387th most frequent Dutch word.
vergunning
"Vergunning" means "permit" or "license" in English.
In this sentence, 'vergunning' (permit) specifies legal authorization for construction, clarifying its formal use in administrative contexts.
De bouwvergunning werd goedgekeurd door de gemeente.
The building permit was approved by the municipality.
Here, 'vergunning' (permit) selects the context of authorization needed for parking, highlighting its role in determining permitted actions.
Zonder vergunning mag je hier niet parkeren.
Without a permit, you are not allowed to park here.
In this example, 'vergunning' (permit) identifies approval for hunting, providing a legal and contextual scope.