Appreciate

To recognize the value or quality of something/someone; to be grateful for something/someone, To understand the worth or importance of something/someone, To increase in value over time, To enjoy or like something

Appreciate - Meanings

To recognize the value or quality of something/someone; to be grateful for something/someone

Example: I really appreciate your help with the project. Thank you!

Usage: formalContext: professional settings, expressing gratitude

Note: Commonly used in formal situations to show gratitude and acknowledgment

To understand the worth or importance of something/someone

Example: I appreciate the effort you put into organizing this event.

Usage: formalContext: professional settings, acknowledging effort or dedication

Note: Used to show understanding and acknowledgment of someone's hard work or dedication

To increase in value over time

Example: The antique clock has appreciated significantly in the last decade.

Usage: formalContext: discussing financial or asset value

Note: Commonly used in financial contexts to describe an increase in value over time

To enjoy or like something

Example: I appreciate good music regardless of the genre.

Usage: informalContext: discussing personal preferences

Note: Used informally to express enjoyment or liking towards something

Appreciate's synonyms

value

To value something means to regard it highly or to consider it important and worthwhile.

Example: I truly value your opinion on this matter.

Note: While 'appreciate' often implies gratitude or recognition for something received, 'value' focuses more on the importance or worth of something.

admire

To admire someone means to respect and look up to them for their qualities or actions.

Example: I admire your dedication to your work.

Note: While 'appreciate' can be more general in expressing gratitude or recognition, 'admire' specifically conveys a sense of respect and admiration towards someone.

acknowledge

To acknowledge something means to recognize or admit its existence or truth.

Example: I acknowledge the effort you put into this project.

Note: While 'appreciate' involves gratitude or recognition, 'acknowledge' focuses more on recognizing or admitting the presence or validity of something.

recognize

To recognize someone or something means to identify and acknowledge their qualities, abilities, or achievements.

Example: I recognize the talent you have in music.

Note: While 'appreciate' often involves gratitude or admiration, 'recognize' emphasizes identifying and acknowledging the qualities or achievements of someone or something.

Appreciate expressions, common phrases

I appreciate it

This phrase is a polite way of expressing gratitude or thanks for something someone has done for you.

Example: Thank you for helping me with my homework, I really appreciate it.

Note: The phrase 'I appreciate it' specifically focuses on expressing gratitude for a specific action or favor.

I appreciate your help

Similar to 'I appreciate it,' this phrase is used to thank someone for their assistance or support.

Example: I couldn't have completed the project without your guidance. I appreciate your help.

Note: This phrase emphasizes gratitude towards the person's ongoing or extended help rather than a specific action.

I appreciate your understanding

This phrase is used to thank someone for being understanding or patient in a situation.

Example: I'm sorry for the inconvenience. I appreciate your understanding in this matter.

Note: It acknowledges the person's patience or empathy in a challenging situation.

I appreciate the opportunity

This phrase expresses gratitude for being given a chance or opportunity to do something.

Example: Thank you for considering me for the job. I appreciate the opportunity to interview.

Note: It specifically acknowledges the chance or privilege given to you, rather than just a general expression of thanks.

I appreciate your input

This phrase is used to thank someone for their ideas, suggestions, or contributions.

Example: Your feedback has been valuable. I appreciate your input on this matter.

Note: It highlights the value placed on the person's ideas or opinions.

I truly appreciate it

Adding 'truly' emphasizes the sincerity of your gratitude or thanks.

Example: Your support means a lot to me. I truly appreciate it.

Note: It intensifies the expression of appreciation to convey a deep sense of gratitude.

I appreciate your time

This phrase is used to thank someone for taking the time to meet or assist you.

Example: Thank you for meeting with me today. I appreciate your time.

Note: It specifically acknowledges and values the person's time and effort.

I appreciate the gesture

This phrase is used to express gratitude for a kind or thoughtful action, regardless of its size or significance.

Example: Even though it was a small gift, I appreciate the gesture.

Note: It focuses on appreciating the thoughtfulness behind the action, rather than the action itself.

Appreciate everyday (slang) expressions

Thanks a bunch

This is a casual way of expressing gratitude, similar to saying thank you very much.

Example: Thanks a bunch for helping me out with the project.

Note: It is more informal and may be used among friends or in casual settings.

Props

This slang term is short for 'proper respect' and is used to give recognition or praise.

Example: Props to you for acing the exam.

Note: It is more casual and often used to acknowledge someone's skill or accomplishment.

Big ups

This slang expression is used to show appreciation or give credit to someone.

Example: Big ups for always being there when I need help.

Note: It is informal and carries a sense of admiration or respect for the person being acknowledged.

Thank you kindly

This is a polite and somewhat old-fashioned way of expressing gratitude.

Example: Thank you kindly for picking me up from the airport.

Note: It has a formal tone compared to a simple 'thank you'.

Appreciate - Examples

I appreciate your help.

We should appreciate the beauty of nature.

It's important to appreciate the hard work of others.

Appreciate grammar

Appreciate - Verb (Verb) / Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present)

Lemma: appreciate

Conjugations

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): appreciated

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): appreciating

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): appreciates

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): appreciate

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): appreciate

Syllabification and Stress

appreciate Contains 4 syllables: ap • pre • ci • ate

Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈprē-shē-ˌāt

ap pre ci ate , ə ˈprē shē ˌāt (The red syllable is stressed)

Appreciate - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

appreciate: ~ 2000 (Very common).

This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

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