recognize
/ˈrekəɡnaɪz/
CEFR level B1Topic ThinkingWord #2178 in the learning path
认出；识别
Definitions
v. Identify someone or something known or seen before.
认出；识别
v. Accept or understand that something is true or important.
承认；意识到
v. Officially accept someone's status, qualifications, or achievements.
正式认可；表彰
Example
I recognized my old teacher by her familiar laugh.
我听到熟悉的笑声，认出了以前的老师。
Employers should recognize the value of practical experience when assessing candidates who lack formal qualifications.
评估缺乏正式学历或资质的求职者时，雇主应认可实践经验的价值。
Collocations
- recognize a face
- recognize the importance of
- recognize someone as
- internationally recognized
Word family
- recognition (n.)
- recognizable (adj.)
- unrecognizable (adj.)
Synonyms
- identify
- acknowledge
Usage tip
英式也常拼作recognise；表示“认出”时通常不用进行时。
FAQ
- What does recognize mean?
- Identify someone or something known or seen before. Accept or understand that something is true or important. Officially accept someone's status, qualifications, or achievements.
- How is recognize pronounced?
- UK /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/, US /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
