anerkennen
acknowledge · recognize
Jemandem oder etwas zustimmen und sagen, dass es richtig oder wichtig ist.
The German verb anerkennen means "to recognize", "to acknowledge", or "to accept" officially or formally.
- It is made up of the word "erkennen" which means "to recognize" or "to perceive".
- The prefix "an-" here emphasizes the completion or acknowledgment aspect but is excluded as per instructions.
Similar words:
- anerkennen (to acknowledge, to recognize)
- akzeptieren (to accept)
- bestätigen (to confirm)
- würdigen (to appreciate, to honor)
Differences:
- anerkennen implies formal recognition or official acceptance (e.g., credentials, rights).
- akzeptieren is more general acceptance, often without formal acknowledgment.
- bestätigen means to confirm a fact or statement.
- würdigen expresses appreciation or valuation, often in a more personal or honorary sense.
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Examples
Ich erkenne deine Leistungen an.verb
I acknowledge your achievements.
Er muss die Entscheidung anerkennen.verb
He must recognize the decision.
Er erkennt ihre Leistungen an.verb
He acknowledges her achievements.
Man sollte diese Idee anerkennen.verb
One should acknowledge this idea.
Man kann seine Arbeit anerkennen.verb
One can acknowledge his work.
Man sollte die Arbeit der Kollegen anerkennen.verb
One should recognize the work of colleagues.
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