Meaning and Usage
The verb '인정되다' means 'to be recognized' or 'to be acknowledged.' It is often used in formal or official contexts where something or someone gains acceptance or approval from others or an authority.
Common Contexts
- Official recognition of achievements or efforts.
- Acceptance of standards or qualifications.
- Receiving acknowledgment for skills or qualities.
Collocations and Patterns
- '공식적으로 인정되다' (to be officially recognized): used when formal approval is given.
- '국제 표준으로 인정되다' (to be recognized as an international standard): used in technical or product contexts.
- '실력을 인정받다' (to be acknowledged for one's skills): common in personal or professional contexts.
Register and Politeness
'인정되다' is neutral and can be used in both written and spoken Korean, especially in formal or semi-formal situations.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '인정되다' with '인정하다' (to recognize/acknowledge actively). Remember, '인정되다' is passive, meaning the subject is being recognized by others, not doing the recognizing themselves.