Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Recommend”
To tell someone about something you think is good and suggest they should try or use it.
Word Family of Recommend
What is the noun of recommend? — recommendation
What is the verb of recommend? — recommend
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I recommend this restaurant to all my friends. A2
- The doctor recommended regular exercise and a healthy diet. B1
- Recent studies recommend reducing sugar intake to prevent health issues. B2
Word Form Patterns for Recommend
-tion
Adds **-tion** to form a noun describing an action, process, or result. Example: recommend → recommendation.
Origin and Word Formation of Recommend
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'commendare' (to entrust). Literally 'to commend again or back'.
Essential in commerce, tourism, and social life; recommendations shape consumer behavior and choices.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Recommend
Wrong: She recommends him going to the doctor.
Correct: She recommends that he go to the doctor.
Use subjunctive 'that he go' or gerund 'him going' is less formal; 'that clause' is standard.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Recommend
What are the word forms of “recommend”?
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 “recommend”?
“recommend” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “recommend” come from?
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'commendare' (to entrust). Literally 'to commend again or back'.