HSK Level 3

认得

rèn dé

know; recognize

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Example Sentences

我认得他。

wǒ rèn de tā .

I recognize him.

我认得这个字。

wǒ rèn de zhè ɡe zì .

I recognize the word.

他好像不认得你。

tā hǎo xiànɡ bù rèn de nǐ .

He doesn't seem to recognize you.

Synonyms

认识 (rèn shi)

know, be acquainted with

认出 (rèn chū)

recognize, identify

Antonyms

不认识 (bù rènshi)

not know

忘记 (wàngjì)

forget

Etymology & Components

The Chinese word 认得 (rèn de) is composed of two characters: 认 (rèn) and 得 (de). The character 认 means "to recognize" or "to know", and the character 得 means "to obtain" or "to get". Together, the two characters mean "to recognize" or "to be familiar with".The word 认得 can be used in a variety of contexts. For example, it can be used to say that you recognize someone's face, or that you are familiar with a particular place. It can also be used to say that you understand something, or that you have learned something.The word 认得 is a very common word in Chinese, and it is used by people of all ages and backgrounds. It is an important word to know, as it can be used in a variety of situations.Here are some examples of how the word 认得 can be used in sentences:* 我认得他。 (Wǒ rèn de tā.) I recognize him.* 我认得这个地方。 (Wǒ rèn de zhège dìfāng.) I am familiar with this place.* 我认得这首歌。 (Wǒ rèn de zhè shǒu gē.) I know this song.* 我认得这个字。 (Wǒ rèn de zhège zì.) I know this character.The word 认得 is a versatile word that can be used in a variety of ways. It is an important word to know for anyone who wants to learn Chinese.