Also means
appreciation
Usage Note
Anerkennung is the noun from anerkennen (to acknowledge), covering both social esteem ('recognition, appreciation') and formal validation, as in die Anerkennung eines Abschlusses (recognition of a degree). The set phrase Anerkennung finden means to gain acceptance or be well received. Use Anerkennung zollen to express the formal idiom 'to pay tribute' to someone.
Examples
"Sie erhielt viel Anerkennung für ihre Arbeit."
Natural Translation
She received much recognition for her work.
Literal Translation
She received much recognition for her work.
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