verbverb

würdigen

méltányolni

Etwas oder jemanden als wichtig, gut oder wertvoll ansehen und das zeigen.

The German word "würdigen" is a verb meaning "to appreciate," "to acknowledge," or "to pay tribute to" someone or something. It comes from the noun "Würde", which means "dignity" or "worth".

Similar German words include:

  • anerkennen (to recognize)
  • respektieren (to respect)
  • ehren (to honor)

Difference:
While "würdigen" emphasizes recognizing the value or importance of something with respect and appreciation, "anerkennen" focuses more on formal recognition, "respektieren" on showing respect, and "ehren" on honoring someone, often in a ceremonial or formal context.

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Examples

Ich würdige seine Kunst und sein Engagement sehr.verb

Nagyon méltányolom a művészetét és az elkötelezettségét.

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