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reconnaissance

gratitude, recognition

noun reh-ko-neh-SAHNS Less Common
Mind & Emotions Emotions

Also means

reconnaissance (military)

Usage Note

Reconnaissance carries two distinct meanings depending on context: emotional gratitude ('thankfulness') and military/intelligence reconnaissance ('scouting'). En reconnaissance de means 'in recognition of / as a token of gratitude for'. Do not confuse with the verb reconnaître (to recognise), from which it derives.

Examples

"Il a exprimé sa reconnaissance envers ses amis."

Natural Translation

He expressed his gratitude towards his friends.

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