Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Recognize”
To see someone or something and know who or what they are because you have seen them before.
Word Family of Recognize
What is the noun of recognize? — recognition
What is the verb of recognize? — recognize
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I recognized my friend at the airport from a distance. A2
- She did not recognize him because he had changed a lot. B1
- Experts can recognize ancient coins by their markings and composition. B2
Word Form Patterns for Recognize
-tion
Adds **-tion** to form a noun describing an action, process, or result. Example: recognize → recognition.
Origin and Word Formation of Recognize
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'cognoscere' (to know). Means to know again.
Central to security, identity, and memory; used in passport control, social interaction, and forensics.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Recognize
What are the word forms of “recognize”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “recognize”?
“recognize” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “recognize” come from?
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'cognoscere' (to know). Means to know again.