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    Reconnaissent (en. Recognize)

    /ʁə.kɔ.nɛ.sɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To accept the validity or truth of something.
    They recognize that this issue is serious.
    Ils reconnaissent que ce problème est sérieux.
    To identify someone based on their appearance or characteristics.
    I recognize them by their voice.
    Je les reconnais à leur voix.
    To express thanks or gratitude.
    They acknowledge the help they received.
    Ils reconnaissent l'aide qu'ils ont reçue.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'reconnaistre', derived from Latin 'recognoscere' meaning 'to recognize'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to acknowledge someone's merits
    To appreciate or acknowledge someone's contributions.
    reconnaître les mérites de quelqu'un
    to recognize a right
    To accept the existence of a legal right.
    reconnaître un droit
    to have oneself recognized
    To be accepted or validated by a group.
    se faire reconnaître

    Related Words

    recognition
    The act of recognizing, often associated with gratitude.
    reconnaissance
    to recognize
    The act of identifying or admitting something.
    reconnaître
    recognizable
    That can be easily identified.
    reconnaissable

    Slang Meanings

    To informally acknowledge a situation.
    He acknowledged that he was wrong in this matter.
    Il a reconnu qu'il avait tort dans cette affaire.
    To accept a reality without excuse.
    She finally recognized the truth about her situation.
    Elle a enfin reconnu la vérité sur sa situation.