Spanish Conversation · Level 74
60 words
Spanish word
conceder
Pronunciation
IPA/konθeˈðeɾ/
Meaning
- verbgrant
Example
El jefe me concedió un día libre.
The boss granted me a day off.
More examples
¿Puedes conceder permiso para salir temprano?
Can you grant permission to leave early?
Core concept
Formal authorization for a permission or request.
Common phrases
conceder permiso
grant permission
conceder la razón
admit someone is right
conceder prioridad
give priority
Similar words
permitir: Allows someone to do or use something in ordinary, everyday contexts.
autorizar: Officially authorizes an act through proper channels or legal authority.
dar: Transfers possession of a tangible item to someone.
Definition in Spanish
Permitir o autorizar algo, especialmente permisos, licencias o peticiones, a una persona o entidad.
Word origin
From Latin concedere (com- 'together' + cedere 'give up, yield'), the verb preserves the sense of yielding or granting and becomes the Spanish word for authorizing permissions or licenses.
Usage tips
- Conceder is used mainly in formal or written contexts, while speakers often use permitir or dar permiso in everyday speech.