Recognize in Tagalog

“Recognize” in Tagalog is “Kilalanin,” which means to identify, acknowledge, or know someone or something again. This versatile verb encompasses identifying people from past encounters, accepting the validity of something, or showing appreciation for achievements.

Understanding how to use “recognize” properly in Tagalog helps you express identification, acknowledgment, and appreciation in Filipino conversations. Let’s explore the comprehensive meanings and usage below.

[Words] = Recognize

[Definition]:

• Recognize /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/
• Verb 1: To identify someone or something from having encountered them before; to know again.
• Verb 2: To acknowledge the existence, validity, or legality of something.
• Verb 3: To show official appreciation or approval for an achievement or service.

[Synonyms] = Kilalanin, Makilala, Tuklasin, Tanggapin, Alamin, Kumilala, Pag-aralan, Ipagmalaki

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: I didn’t recognize you with your new haircut.
Ex1_PH: Hindi kita nakilala sa iyong bagong gupit.

Ex2_EN: The government finally decided to recognize the new organization.
Ex2_PH: Ang gobyerno ay nagpasya na sa wakas na kilalanin ang bagong organisasyon.

Ex3_EN: We need to recognize the hard work of our employees.
Ex3_PH: Kailangan nating kilalanin ang masipag na trabaho ng ating mga empleyado.

Ex4_EN: She could recognize his voice immediately over the phone.
Ex4_PH: Agad niyang nakilala ang kanyang tinig sa telepono.

Ex5_EN: The university will recognize your previous academic achievements.
Ex5_PH: Ang unibersidad ay kikilalanin ang iyong mga nakaraang akademikong tagumpay.