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recognition
The positive assessment and appreciation of an achievement, a person, or a thing; praise and respect.
Für seine langjährige Arbeit erhielt er die verdiente Anerkennung seiner Kollegen.
For his many years of work, he received the deserved recognition of his colleagues.
The noun 'Anerkennung' (recognition) derives from the separable verb 'anerkennen' (to recognize/acknowledge). This verb consists of 'an' and 'erkennen'. The prefix 'an' adds the additional component of acceptance or confirmation to the meaning of 'erkennen' (to recognize).
Es ist wichtig, die Leistungen von Mitarbeitern anzuerkennen.
It is important to recognize employees' achievements.
The meaning of 'Anerkennung' (recognition) depends heavily on the context. If it is about praise and respect in a social or professional environment, personal appreciation is meant. In connection with words like 'Diplom' (diploma), 'Status' (status), or 'Antrag' (application), it refers to an official, legal confirmation.
Er fand für sein Engagement große Anerkennung im Team.
He received great recognition in the team for his commitment.
When it is about praise and respect, 'Anerkennung' (recognition) is often used with certain verbs. Typical phrases are 'Anerkennung finden' (to gain recognition), 'Anerkennung bekommen' (to receive recognition), or, in formal language, 'jemandem Anerkennung zollen' (to pay tribute to someone/show someone recognition).
Ihre Forschung findet weltweit Anerkennung.
Her research is gaining recognition worldwide.
In the context of official validity, 'Anerkennung' (recognition) is often used with the genitive or the preposition 'von' to specify what is being recognized. Common verbs in this context are 'beantragen' (to apply for), 'erhalten' (to receive), or 'verweigern' (to refuse).
Sie hat die Anerkennung ihrer ausländischen Zeugnisse beantragt.
She applied for recognition of her foreign certificates.
The meaning in the sense of international law is technical language. It is used almost exclusively in political, diplomatic, or legal texts about international relations.
Die diplomatische Anerkennung ist ein zentraler Akt im Völkerrecht.
Diplomatic recognition is a central act in international law.
thanks
'der Dank' and 'die Anerkennung' can both be a positive reaction to something good. 'der Dank' is usually directed at someone who has helped, given something, or done something kind. 'die Anerkennung' refers more to an achievement, ability, or good work and means that you take it seriously and value it. Learners may confuse the words because both are friendly and positive. As a simple guide: for help, you give 'Dank'; for good performance, you show 'Anerkennung'.
Die Lehrerin bekommt viel Anerkennung für ihre ruhige und faire Art.
The teacher receives a lot of recognition for her calm and fair manner.
Als Dank für die Hilfe bringt Paul seiner Nachbarin Blumen.
As thanks for her help, Paul brings his neighbor flowers.