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recognition in German

recognition in German is Erkennen, Erkennung, Wiedererkennen — recognition means the act of identifying someone or something as already known.

recognition in German

Erkennen
noun
The act of recognizing or the condition of being recognized (matching a current observation with a memory of a prior observation of the same entity).
Erkennung
noun
The act of recognizing or the condition of being recognized (matching a current observation with a memory of a prior observation of the same entity).
Wiedererkennen
noun
The act of recognizing or the condition of being recognized (matching a current observation with a memory of a prior observation of the same entity).
Anerkennung
noun

What does "recognition" mean?

  1. noun The act of identifying someone or something as already known.
    "A flicker of recognition crossed her face when she saw him."
  2. noun Public acknowledgment or credit for something, especially achievement.
    "He finally received recognition for his years of research."
  3. noun Formal acceptance that something (such as a government or qualification) is valid.
    "The rebel movement sought international recognition as a legitimate government."

recognition in a sentence

  • A flicker of recognition crossed her face when she saw him.
  • He finally received recognition for his years of research.
  • The rebel movement sought international recognition as a legitimate government.

Similar words in German

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "recognition" in German?

"recognition" in German is Erkennen, Erkennung, Wiedererkennen. recognition means: The act of identifying someone or something as already known.

How do you use "recognition" in a sentence?

Example: "A flicker of recognition crossed her face when she saw him." In German, "recognition" is Erkennen, Erkennung, Wiedererkennen.

Are there other ways to say "recognition" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "recognition": Erkennen, Erkennung, Wiedererkennen, Anerkennung.

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