Engelsk

recognition

gb/ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən/ us/ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən/
B1 Engelsk
~ 1700
Betydninger
0 betydninger
Substantiv B1 action
1

identifying someone or something

When you know a person, thing, or fact because you have seen or learned about it before.

Bruksmønster: [someone] gets recognition of [something/someone]
Vanlig feil:
Learners sometimes confuse 'recognition' with 'realization'. 'Recognition' is about knowing something again; 'realization' is about suddenly understanding something new.
Synonymer
identification (More formal and technical; often used in official or security contexts.)
Antonymer
misidentification (The incorrect identification of someone or something.)
Ordkombinasjoner
facial recognition |voice recognition |instant recognition |public recognition
Temaer
memory |perception |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • Her quick recognition of the suspect helped the police.
  • Facial recognition technology is becoming more common at airports.
  • He had instant recognition of the song from his childhood.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
  • I saw her face and felt recognition.
  • The computer uses voice recognition to open.
  • He had recognition of the place from a photo.
Substantiv B1 entity
2

acknowledging achievement or contribution

When people say or show that they respect and value what someone has done.

Bruksmønster: [someone] gets recognition for [achievement]
Vanlig feil:
Learners may confuse 'recognition' with 'reward'. 'Recognition' is about acknowledgment; 'reward' is about giving something in return.
Synonymer
acknowledgment (A general term for showing appreciation or admitting the existence of something.)
Antonymer
neglect (Failure to give attention or appreciation to someone’s work or achievements.)
Ordkombinasjoner
gain recognition |seek recognition |receive recognition |international recognition
Temaer
work |social |business |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • She finally got the recognition she deserved for her research.
  • The charity received international recognition for its humanitarian work.
  • He worked hard without seeking any recognition.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
  • She got recognition for her art.
  • The team won recognition for the project.
  • He wants recognition for his help.
Substantiv B2 relation
3

official acceptance of authority or status

When a country or group officially accepts another as real and having power.

Bruksmønster: [entity] gives recognition to [entity]
Vanlig feil:
Learners may confuse this with personal acknowledgment; here it refers to formal political acceptance.
Synonymer
acknowledgment (In political contexts, means formal acceptance of existence or legitimacy.)
Antonymer
nonrecognition (Refusal to officially accept the legitimacy of a state or authority.)
Ordkombinasjoner
diplomatic recognition |official recognition |international recognition
Temaer
politics |law
Eksempler
  • The new government sought recognition from the United Nations.
  • Diplomatic recognition was granted after months of negotiation.
  • The country refused to give official recognition to the rebel group.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
  • The country got recognition from others.
  • They gave official recognition to the new state.
  • Our group wants recognition from the council.
Grammatikk
Oppslagsform
recognition
IPA
GB/ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən/
US/ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən/
Stavelser og trykk
re - cog - ni - tion (4 stavelser)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ni)
Bøyingsformer
Noun
  • Base: recognition
  • Plural: recognition, recognitions
Ordfamilie
Forms
recognitions noun
Core family
recognize verb A2 recognizable adjective B2
Related words
recognizably adverb B2
Negative and opposite forms
unrecognizable adjective
Advanced or less common
recognizability noun
Uttrykk

gain recognition

1
/ɡˈeɪn ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase

become acknowledged for achievement

To start being known and respected for good work, skill, or success.

Eksempler
  • Her paintings began to gain recognition after the exhibition.
  • The company has gained recognition for its innovative products.

in recognition of

1
/ˈɪn ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən əv/
fixed phrase

as acknowledgment for something done

Used to show that something is given or done to thank or honor someone for their work or actions.

Eksempler
  • She received an award in recognition of her years of service.
  • In recognition of his bravery, he was given a medal.

seek recognition

1
/sˈik ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase

try to get acknowledgment for something done

To try to get people to notice and value your work or achievements.

Eksempler
  • He seeks recognition from his peers.
  • Many artists seek recognition but struggle to find it.

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