be recognized
[/bi rɛkəɡˈnaɪzd/]
verb phrase
ser reconhecido(a)
1. to be acknowledged or identified as having a particular quality, identity, or status
She was recognized as the best athlete in the competition.
Ela foi reconhecida como a melhor atleta da competição.
2. to be noticed or validated by others for achievements or contributions
His work was finally recognized by the international community.
Seu trabalho foi finalmente reconhecido pela comunidade internacional.
3. to be identified or singled out from a group
The actor was recognized by fans at the airport.
O ator foi reconhecido por fãs no aeroporto.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, being recognized carries social significance related to meritocracy and personal achievement. In Brazil, recognition often involves public acknowledgment (reconhecimento público), while in the USA, it frequently ties to professional advancement and social status. The phrase is commonly used in contexts ranging from academic achievements to workplace accomplishments to celebrity identification.
NYC Slang
get props, get recognized, get put on the map
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