recognize
Meaning: To identify someone or something from previous knowledge; to acknowledge
The verb 'recognise' (British spelling) or 'recognize' (American spelling) means to identify someone or something from previous encounters or knowledge. It can also mean to acknowledge the existence or validity of something (recognise a problem) or to show official appreciation (recognise someone's achievements). The word implies prior familiarity or formal acknowledgement.
Examples
- I didn't recognise you with your new haircut! 你换了新发型我都没认出来!¡No te reconocí con tu nuevo corte de pelo!新しい髪型で気づきませんでした!새 헤어스타일 때문에 못 알아봤어요!
- The company recognised her contribution with a bonus. 公司以奖金表彰了她的贡献。La empresa reconoció su contribución con una bonificación.会社は彼女の貢献をボーナスで認めました。회사는 그녀의 공헌을 보너스로 인정했습니다.
- It's important to recognise the signs of stress. 认识到压力的迹象很重要。Es importante reconocer los signos de estrés.ストレスの兆候を認識することは重要です。스트레스의 징후를 인식하는 것이 중요합니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'recognoscere' meaning 'to know again' (re- 'again' + cognoscere 'to learn' or 'to know'). The same root 'cognoscere' gave English 'cognition', 'incognito', and 'connoisseur'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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