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How to Say "recognition" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “recognition” is “reconocimiento” — use 'reconocimiento' when you mean the act of identifying or acknowledging someone or something, often in a formal or public context, like admitting a mistake or identifying a person..

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reconocimiento

reh-koh-noh-see-mee-EN-toh/re.ko.no.siˈmjento/

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Use 'reconocimiento' when you mean the act of identifying or acknowledging someone or something, often in a formal or public context, like admitting a mistake or identifying a person.
A person smiling brightly and pointing excitedly toward another person, indicating they recognize them.

Examples

Hizo un reconocimiento inmediato de su error ante la prensa.

He made an immediate acknowledgment of his mistake to the press.

El reconocimiento facial en los móviles es una tecnología muy segura.

Facial recognition on cell phones is a very secure technology.

El país le dio reconocimiento oficial al nuevo gobierno.

The country gave official recognition to the new government.

identificación

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Choose 'identificación' specifically when referring to the process or act of identifying a person or thing, such as confirming identity or recognizing features.

Examples

La identificación de las víctimas fue un proceso largo y difícil.

The identification of the victims was a long and difficult process.

crédito

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Use 'crédito' when 'recognition' refers to acknowledging someone's merit, effort, or achievement, or when discussing credibility and reputation.

Examples

Su testimonio perdió todo crédito después de que se descubrieron las mentiras.

His testimony lost all credibility after the lies were discovered.

Reconocimiento vs. Identificación

Learners often confuse 'reconocimiento' and 'identificación'. Remember that 'identificación' focuses purely on the act of knowing *who* or *what* something is, like in security checks. 'Reconocimiento' is broader, encompassing acknowledgment, praise, or admitting something.

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