Anerkennen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Anerkennen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to recognize", "to admit" or "to acknowledge".

Essential properties of "anerkennen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: anerkennen
Simple past: erkannte an
Participle: anerkannt

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "anerkennen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To recognize or admit something as true, legitimate, or valid"

Definition: "To recognize or admit something as true, legitimate, or valid."
Translation(s): to recognize, to admit, to acknowledge
Synonym(s): Akzeptieren, Zustimmen, Einräumen
Antonym(s): Leugnen, Abstreiten
Related word(s): Erkennen, Würdigen, Bestätigen

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich muss anerkennen, dass du Recht hast.I must admit that you are right.
Die Regierung hat die Unabhängigkeit des Landes offiziell anerkannt.The government officially recognized the country's independence.
Er konnte seine Niederlage nicht anerkennen.He could not admit his defeat.

2.) "To show respect or appreciation"

Definition: "To show respect or appreciation for someone or something."
Translation(s): to appreciate, to respect, to acknowledge
Synonym(s): würdigen, schätzen, respektieren
Antonym(s): missachten
Related word(s): loben, ehren, achten

📝 Some usage examples:

Wir sollten die Leistungen unserer Mitarbeiter anerkennen.We should appreciate the achievements of our employees.
Seine Arbeit wurde international anerkannt.His work was internationally recognized.
Es ist wichtig, die Bemühungen anderer zu anerkennen.It is important to acknowledge the efforts of others.

3.) "To officially recognize the validity or legality of something"

Definition: "To officially recognize the validity or legality of something."
Translation(s): to recognize, to validate, to approve
Synonym(s): Bestätigen, Legitimieren, Ratifizieren
Antonym(s): Aberkennen
Related word(s): Genehmigen, Zulassen, Bewilligen

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Gericht hat seinen Anspruch anerkannt.The court recognized his claim.
Die Universität erkannte seinen ausländischen Abschluss an.The university recognized his foreign degree.
Der Staat hat die neue Regierung offiziell anerkannt.The state officially recognized the new government.

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