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recognising about
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "recognising about" is not correct and usable in written English.
It is not a standard expression and does not convey a clear meaning in English. Example: "I am recognising about the importance of teamwork in our project."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(4)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
The state policy of recognising about 87%% of the population to be BPL brings in large numbers under the health insurance net.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
Of the 20 drivers available, I struggled to recognise about half.
News & Media
11.33am BST Company taxation And here's something else you need to recognise about this race.
News & Media
In doing so, they revealed much that we might recognise about the wine industry today.
News & Media
When in 1758 Carl Linnaeus began the formal taxonomic classification still in use today, he recognised about 20,000 species.
News & Media
In fact, much that we would recognise about the modern tube has been introduced since Underground was made.
News & Media
He sent warnings to Israel – a country that Pakistan does not officially recognise – "about information about attacks against Israeli targets in India".
News & Media
This is something not always fully recognised about Brenton's writing: while his plays have frequently traversed difficult, even painful territory, they are rarely less than exhilarating to watch.
News & Media
The link between inflammation and cancer has long been recognised about 150 years ago [ 12, 13].
Science
Moreover, at pre-test, the children recognised about six or seven letters, which was fewer than the 12 or 13 letters in our sample.
Science
Alex has worked to improve acceptance for those speaking out and to persuade community leaders and chiefs (usually men) to recognise, talk about, challenge it and bring about justice for women - not sweep it under the carpet.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Instead of using "recognising about", consider using more direct and grammatically sound alternatives such as "recognising something", "acknowledging something", or "understanding something" for clarity and better communication.
Common error
Avoid combining "recognising" with "about". It's more common and grammatically correct to use "recognising" directly followed by the object or concept being recognized, or to rephrase using alternatives like "aware of" or "knowledge about".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "recognising about" attempts to function as a verb phrase, but it's grammatically unconventional. Ludwig AI analysis indicates this construction is not standard. It appears the intention is to express acknowledgment or awareness.
Frequent in
News & Media
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Science
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Formal & Business
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Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "recognising about" might appear in certain contexts, it's generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. Ludwig AI identifies this as a non-standard expression. It's advisable to use more direct and correct alternatives such as "recognising something", "acknowledging something", or "understanding something". Doing so ensures clarity and grammatical accuracy, especially in formal or professional writing. Pay attention to the intended meaning and choose the most appropriate substitute to avoid any ambiguity.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
recognizing something
This alternative shifts the focus to directly recognizing an object or concept, omitting the preposition.
acknowledging something
This alternative replaces 'recognizing' with 'acknowledging', which implies acceptance or awareness.
understanding something
This suggests a deeper comprehension rather than simple recognition.
aware of something
This alternative focuses on being conscious or informed about something.
realizing something
This indicates a sudden understanding or awareness.
being cognizant of something
This more formal alternative emphasizes a deep awareness or knowledge.
taking notice of something
This implies observing and paying attention to something.
attending to something
This suggests focusing one's attention on something.
mindful of something
This indicates being conscious and aware, often with a sense of responsibility.
appreciating something
This alternative implies understanding the value or importance of something.
FAQs
What are some correct ways to use the word "recognising"?
You can use "recognising" correctly by saying "recognising something", "recognising a pattern", or "recognising the importance of". These phrases avoid the grammatical issue present in "recognising about".
Is "recognising about" grammatically correct?
No, "recognising about" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. It's better to use alternatives like "recognizing something" or rephrase the sentence for clarity.
What can I say instead of "recognising about"?
You can use alternatives like "acknowledging something", "understanding something", or "aware of something" depending on the context.
How can I improve my sentence if I intended to use "recognising about"?
Rephrase your sentence to use a more direct and grammatically sound structure. For example, instead of "I am recognising about the issue", try "I am recognising the issue" or "I am aware of the issue".
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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
88%
Authority and reliability
2.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested