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Recognises Meaning in English

word · lemma: recognise

ˈɹɛkəɡˌnaɪzɪz
REK-uh-nyz-iz
ɹˈɛkəɡnˌaɪzɪz
rek-UG-nyz-iz

Definición

To know someone or something when you see it again, or to accept or acknowledge the existence or validity of something.

Uso & Matices

British spelling; American English uses 'recognizes'. Used for people, faces, places, voices, and facts. Can also mean officially accepting something ('the university recognises this degree'). Often followed by 'that' when stating a fact ('She recognises that she was wrong').

Oraciones de Ejemplo

She recognises her old friend in the crowd.

basic

He recognises the song from the radio.

basic

The teacher recognises her students' efforts.

basic

She barely recognises him after so many years.

natural

The government recognises the need for better healthcare.

natural

Nobody recognises the number calling me.

natural