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reconocido

adjectiveCEFR B2

What does “reconocido” mean in English?

  1. renowned, recognised — widely acknowledged and respected for quality or achievement

    renowned, recognised — widely acknowledged and respected for quality or achievement (experto reconocido, artista reconocida internacionalmente)

Example sentences

  • Es un reconocido experto en economía.

    He is a recognised expert in economics.

  • Su talento fue reconocido internacionalmente.

    Her talent was recognised internationally.

  • El premio reconocido más importante es el Nobel.

    The most recognised prestigious award is the Nobel.

How to use it

'Reconocido/a' means recognised, acknowledged, or renowned. When used attributively before a noun it conveys established reputation (un reconocido experto). Predicatively with ser it indicates acknowledgement. Distinguish from the past participle use in passive constructions.

Common mistake

Don't confuse 'reconocido' (acknowledged/renowned) with 'conocido' (known/familiar) — 'reconocido' implies formal or public acknowledgement.

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