No. 1,270 in Dutch
erkennen
"Erkennen" means "to recognize" or "to acknowledge."
In a sentence
Ik moest erkennen dat hij gelijk had.
I had to acknowledge that he was right.
Here, 'erkennen' is used to mean 'acknowledge' or 'admit', often implying a realization of fact or truth.
Ze wilde de waarheid uiteindelijk erkennen.
She eventually wanted to acknowledge the truth.
In this example, 'erkennen' signifies the act of accepting or admitting the truth or reality of something after some hesitation.
De regering zal de nieuwe organisatie officieel erkennen.
The government will officially recognize the new organization.
Here, 'erkennen' is used in the context of formal recognition, often by an official body or authority.
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