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I recognizes
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "I recognizes" is not correct in written English.
The correct form is "I recognize," as "recognize" should be in the base form to match the subject "I." Example: "I recognize the importance of teamwork in achieving our goals."
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Science
News & Media
Academia
Alternative expressions(8)
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9 human-written examples
Subparagraph (i) recognizes two exceptions to the general publication requirement.
Academia
"Schedule I recognizes no medical use, disregarding both medical evidence and the laws of nearly half of the states that have legalized medical marijuana," the letter says.
News & Media
Schedule I recognizes no medical use, disregarding both medical evidence and the laws of nearly half of the states that have legalized medical marijuana.
News & Media
By contrast, target recognition loop I recognizes the 5′ end of the target site.
The restriction enzyme Aci I recognizes the sequence 5'-GCGG-3'.
Science
Hence, the salient feature of the model is that that system I recognizes outcomes only as being possible or, not.
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51 human-written examples
Revealing the molecular basis for the functional divergence, we report here the crystal structure of MDA5 bound to dsRNA, which shows how, using the same domain architecture, MDA5 recognizes the internal duplex structure, whereas RIG-I recognizes the terminus of dsRNA.
Science
UEA-I recognizes α1 2-linked Fuc on type-2 LacNAc, which is involved in forming the epitope of H-type human red blood cell antigen [23].
Science
In support of our evidence that RIG-I is not the PRR used to detect hantaviruses, recent work has shown that RIG-I recognizes RNAs with 5' triphosphate groups [40].
Science
Anti-LC3-I recognizes a band of 18 kD and anti-LC3-II a band of 16 kD.
Science
RIG-I recognizes the HCV replication intermediate dsRNA within hours of infection, which triggers the downstream signaling before the viral protein is extensively synthesized.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct verb conjugation. With the pronoun "I", use the base form of the verb: "I recognize".
Common error
Avoid using the third-person singular form of a verb (ending in -s) with the first-person singular pronoun "I". The correct form is the base verb, like "recognize", not "recognizes".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "I recognizes" functions as a declarative statement where the subject "I" is intended to express the act of recognizing something. However, the phrase is grammatically incorrect according to Ludwig AI, making it unsuitable for formal use.
Frequent in
Science
30%
News & Media
25%
Academia
20%
Less common in
Formal & Business
10%
Encyclopedias
5%
Wiki
5%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase “I recognizes” is grammatically incorrect; the proper form is “I recognize”. Ludwig AI confirms this. While the intent is to express acknowledgment or understanding, the incorrect verb conjugation undermines its effectiveness, especially in formal contexts. The examples provided reflect a mix of source types, including scientific and news media, but this does not validate the grammar. To ensure clarity and credibility, always use the correct verb form. Alternatives such as “I acknowledge” or “I understand” can also be considered, depending on the specific context.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
I recognize
Corrects the grammatical error by using the proper verb conjugation for the first-person singular.
I acknowledge
Replaces "recognizes" with a synonym that conveys acceptance or awareness.
I understand
Substitutes with a verb indicating comprehension or grasp of a concept.
I perceive
Offers a more formal alternative, implying a sensory or intellectual awareness.
I am aware of
Rephrases to emphasize consciousness or knowledge about something.
I am conscious of
Highlights a state of being aware or mindful of something.
I take note of
Indicates that attention is being given to something.
I discern
Implies a careful or subtle detection or recognition.
I make out
Suggests managing to see or hear something with difficulty.
I appreciate
Replaces "recognizes" with a verb that means understanding the worth or quality of something.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say "I recognizes"?
The correct way to say "I recognizes" is "I recognize". The verb should be in its base form when used with the pronoun "I".
What can I say instead of "I recognizes"?
Since "I recognizes" is grammatically incorrect, use "I recognize" instead. Other alternatives include "I acknowledge" or "I understand", depending on the context.
Which is correct, "I recognizes" or "I recognize"?
"I recognize" is the correct form. "I recognizes" is grammatically incorrect because the verb "recognize" should not have an "s" when used with the pronoun "I".
How to use "I recognize" in a sentence?
You can use "I recognize" in a sentence like this: "I recognize the importance of your contribution" or "I recognize that this is a difficult decision".
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
82%
Authority and reliability
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested