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Describes something that has been officially permitted, approved, or authorized, usually by an authority or a responsible person.
Der Bauantrag für das neue Haus ist endlich genehmigt.
The building application for the new house has finally been approved.
'Genehmigt' (approved) is the past participle of the verb 'genehmigen' (to approve). It is often used like an adjective before a noun to show that something has been officially permitted.
Nur genehmigte Plakate dürfen hier aufgehängt werden.
Only approved posters may be put up here.
This word is almost always used in connection with official processes. Typical combinations are 'ein genehmigter Antrag' (an approved application), 'ein genehmigtes Budget' (an approved budget), or 'eine genehmigte Reise' (an approved trip).
Die Schule hat das Budget für die Klassenfahrt genehmigt.
The school has approved the budget for the class trip.
The word 'genehmigt' (approved) belongs to formal language, especially the language of authorities and administration. In everyday speech, simpler formulations would often be used.
Der Urlaubsantrag des Mitarbeiters wurde vom Abteilungsleiter genehmigt.
The employee's vacation request was approved by the department head.
legal
'legal' and 'genehmigt' both have to do with permission. 'legal' means that something is allowed by law. 'genehmigt' means that an authority, a company, or a responsible person has explicitly allowed something. Something can be legal without requiring any special approval. Conversely, 'genehmigt' emphasizes the official step of granting permission. The words can be confused because both sound like 'allowed'. When it is about the law in general, 'legal' fits. When someone has officially said yes, 'genehmigt' is a better fit.
Die Veranstaltung im Park ist von der Stadt genehmigt.
The event in the park has been approved by the city.
Der Verkauf dieser Produkte ist in Deutschland legal.
The sale of these products is legal in Germany.