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Anerkennung
/ˈʔaːnɛɐ̯kɛnʊŋ/
recognition
Sie erhielt für ihre Arbeit viel Anerkennung.
She received a lot of recognition for her work.
formal
official acceptance or appreciation of something as valid or true
Die Anerkennung seiner Leistungen war ihm sehr wichtig.
The recognition of his achievements was very important to him.
Often used in professional, academic, or legal contexts.
neutral
gratitude or praise for something done
Er zeigte Anerkennung für ihre Hilfe.
He showed appreciation for her help.
Law
technical
in law: acknowledgment of a claim or document
Die Anerkennung des Testaments erfolgte durch den Notar.
The testament was acknowledged by the notary.
Collocations
Anerkennung findento gain recognitionAnerkennung zollento pay tribute/acknowledgesoziale Anerkennungsocial recognition
Antonyms
Pro Tip
Common mistake: 'Anerkennung' vs 'Anerkennungsurkunde'
'Anerkennung' is the general concept, while 'Anerkennungsurkunde' specifically means a certificate of recognition (e.g., for academic degrees or professional qualifications).
Gold Rule
When to use 'Anerkennung'
Use for official recognition (e.g., of achievements, documents, or claims). For personal gratitude, 'Dankbarkeit' or 'Wertschätzung' may be more appropriate.
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'anerkennen' (to acknowledge), composed of 'an-' (toward) + 'erkennen' (to recognize). First attested in the 15th century.
Usage Notes
Anerkennung is a feminine noun (die Anerkennung). In compound forms, it often appears as '-anerkennung' (e.g., 'Anerkennungsurkunde' = certificate of recognition).
Word Breakdown
an-
toward/up to
prefixerkennen
to recognize/acknowledge
root-ung
creates a feminine noun from verbs
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