Reconocimiento (en. Recognition)

/rekonoθiˈmjento/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Action and effect of recognizing.
The recognition of his work was very fulfilling.
El reconocimiento de su trabajo fue muy gratificante.
Validity or acceptance of a right or fact.
The international recognition of his country is crucial.
El reconocimiento internacional de su país es crucial.
Study or inspection of something to assess its condition.
The recognition of the terrain was key to the mission.
El reconocimiento del terreno fue clave para la misión.

Etymology

From the Latin 'recognitio', which means 'to recognize'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

medical check-up
Evaluation of a person's health by a professional.
reconocimiento médico
recognition of rights
Formal acceptance of the rights of a person or group.
reconocimiento de derechos
facial recognition
Technology that identifies a person through their face.
reconocimiento facial

Related Words

to recognize
To identify something or someone that is already known.
reconocer
recognizable
That can be easily recognized.
reconocible
recognized
That has received recognition or public esteem.
reconocido

Slang Meanings

Although formal in its use, in some contexts it can refer to social acceptance.
That was a great recognition at the party.
Ese fue un gran reconocimiento en la fiesta.
Less formal use to mention the appreciation among friends.
I received recognition in the friend group for organizing the meeting.
Tuve un reconocimiento en el grupo de amigos por organizar la reunión.