Korean

인정
Meaning: recognition; acknowledgement; approval
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

認
定

Example sentences

His efforts were finally recognized by everyone.
그는 유능한 관리로 인정받았다.
He was recognized as a competent official.
그는 자신이 저지른 범죄를 인정했다.
He admitted to the crime he committed.
실수를 인정하는 태도에서 성숙이 느껴졌다.
Maturity could be felt in the attitude of admitting a mistake.
그는 평생의 업적을 인정받아 노벨상을 수상했다.
He was awarded the Nobel Prize in recognition of his lifelong achievements.
자신의 잘못을 인정하지 않고 억지를 부리고 있다.
He is being stubborn and not admitting his mistake.
이 가치는 전 세계적으로 보편적인 인정을 받았다.
This value received universal recognition worldwide.
그는 자신의 성과를 인정하지 않고 자꾸 자기비하한다.
He keeps belittling himself, not acknowledging his achievements.
이 드라마는 누구나 인정하는 갓띵작이다
This drama is a god-tier masterpiece that everyone acknowledges.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of acknowledging or approving something as valid or true.

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