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RECOGNIZE

/ˈɹɛkənaɪz/

9 letters · 3 syllables · verb

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Definition of RECOGNIZE

verb

To match (something or someone which one currently perceives) to a memory of some previous encounter with the same person or thing.

"I recognised his face immediately."

verb

To acknowledge the existence or legality of; to treat as valid or worthy of consideration.

"The US and a number of EU countries are expected to recognize Kosovo on Monday."

verb

(or with clause) To acknowledge or consider (as being a certain thing or having a certain quality or property).

"I recognize that my behaviour has been unacceptable."

verb

To cognize again

Examples of RECOGNIZE in a Sentence

  • "I recognised his face immediately."
  • "The US and a number of EU countries are expected to recognize Kosovo on Monday."
  • "I recognize that my behaviour has been unacceptable."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
21
points
WWF
24
points

Is RECOGNIZE a Scrabble Word?

Yes, RECOGNIZE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 21 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 21 pts Words With Friends — 24 pts

Tip: RECOGNIZE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RECOGNIZE

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter recognize Total
Scrabble 1131211101 21
WWF 1141321101 24

Words You Can Make With the Letters in RECOGNIZE

100 words from the letters in RECOGNIZE

How to Use RECOGNIZE in Word Games

RECOGNIZE is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 24 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RECOGNIZE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RECOGNIZE

What does RECOGNIZE mean?
RECOGNIZE is a verb. To match (something or someone which one currently perceives) to a memory of some previous encounter with the same person or thing.
Is RECOGNIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RECOGNIZE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 21 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RECOGNIZE worth in Scrabble?
RECOGNIZE is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 24 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from RECOGNIZE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in RECOGNIZE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.