How Do You Spell ACKNOWLEDGED?

Pronunciation: [ɐknˈɒlɪd͡ʒd] (IPA)

The word "acknowledged" is spelled with a silent "d" at the end, which can be confusing for English learners. The word is pronounced /əkˈnɒlɪdʒd/ (uhk-nol-ijd) with emphasis on the second syllable. The "k" and "g" sounds are combined with the "n" sound to make the "ŋ" sound, creating the unique spelling. This word means to admit or recognize the existence of something or someone. Proper spelling is important for clear communication in both spoken and written English.

ACKNOWLEDGED Meaning and Definition

1. The term "acknowledged" is an adjective that refers to something or someone receiving recognition or acceptance for their existence, actions, qualities, or achievements. It reflects the official recognition or acknowledgment of a particular fact, idea, or statement. When something is "acknowledged," it means that it has been universally accepted, admitted, or understood by most people.

   This term is often used to describe the recognition or acceptance of a person's abilities, expertise, or achievements in a specific field. It suggests that the person is widely recognized for their skills or accomplishments and is highly regarded by others in that domain.

   In a broader sense, "acknowledged" can also refer to the acceptance or admission of a specific condition, situation, or fact. It implies that the condition or fact has been acknowledged by multiple parties or authorities, and is generally agreed upon.

   Furthermore, "acknowledged" can be used to describe an action or behavior that demonstrates showing gratitude or appreciation towards someone. It implies that the actions or efforts of the individual have been duly recognized and appreciated by others.

   Overall, "acknowledged" portrays the idea of receiving official recognition, acceptance, or appreciation for someone or something, either in terms of accomplishments, qualities, existence, or admission of a specific fact or condition.

Top Common Misspellings for ACKNOWLEDGED *

• acknowleged 24.8366013%
• aknowledged 23.0936819%
• acknoledged 11.5468409%
• acknolwedged 3.9215686%
• achknowledged 2.1786492%
• acknowldged 1.9607843%
• acknowlaged 1.3071895%
• acknoledge 1.3071895%
• acknoweldged 1.0893246%
• acknowldeged 0.8714596%
• awknowledged 0.8714596%
• acknowleded 0.6535947%
• acknowledeged 0.4357298%
• ackonwledged 0.4357298%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for ACKNOWLEDGED

• asknowledge
• ackonowledge
• acknowelged
• acknowladge
• ecknowledge
• acknowlede
• acnoledged
• acknowledege
• acknowdged
• acknowldges
• acknowdleged
• acknowldge
• agknowledge
• adknowledge
• aknowladged
• accknowledges
• acnowledge
• acknolledge
• acknoledger
• acknowleder
• ackwledged
• Acknowledgier

Etymology of ACKNOWLEDGED

The word acknowledged comes from the combination of the prefix ac- meaning to, toward, or near, and the word knowledge, which originates from the Old English word cnawan meaning to recognize or to understand. The suffix -ed is added to create the past participle form, turning acknowledge into acknowledged. Therefore, the etymology of acknowledged can be traced back to the Old English word cnawan and the Latin word knowledge.

Similar spelling words for ACKNOWLEDGED

• acknowledgement,
• acknowledge,
• acknowledgeable,
• acknowledgment.

Conjugate verb Acknowledged

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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