reconoció
“reconoció” means “recognized” in Spanish (identifying someone or something from the past).
recognized
Also: admitted, examined, acknowledged
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Ella me reconoció por mi voz.
A2She recognized me by my voice.
El culpable reconoció su error ante el juez.
B1The guilty party admitted his mistake before the judge.
El médico reconoció al paciente antes de la cirugía.
B2The doctor examined the patient before the surgery.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Words that translate to "reconoció" in Spanish:
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'recognoscere', which combines 're-' (again) and 'cognoscere' (to know). Literally, it means 'to know something again'.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'conoció' and 'reconoció'?
'Conoció' means he/she met someone for the first time or became familiar with a place. 'Reconoció' means he/she saw someone they already knew or admitted a truth.
Is 'reconoció' used for 'admitting' in all Spanish-speaking countries?
Yes, it is universally understood as 'to admit' or 'to acknowledge' across the Spanish-speaking world.