Recognisable Meaning
/ˈɹɛkə(ɡ)naɪzəbəl/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjAble to be recognised.
Sentence Examples
St Paul's Cathedral is one of the most famous and most recognisable sights in London.
Orion is one of the most recognisable constellations.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The singer's voice was so unique that it was instantly ____ to her fans.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The actor's voice was instantly ____ even when he appeared in disguise on screen.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English recognise Proto-Indo-European *-dʰlom Proto-Indo-European *-dʰlis Proto-Italic *-ðlis Latin -bilis Latin -ābilis Old French -ablebor. Middle English -able English -able English recognisable From recognise + -able.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Whistle's creation stems from an internal colleague competition run by Northern to design a recognisable and approachable character to act as a mascot."
— 2022 November 30, “Stop & Examine”, in RAIL, number 971, page 87:
"The Forth Rail Bridge, which spans the Firth of Forth seven miles to the north west of Edinburgh, is arguably one of the most recognisable bridges in the world."
— 2025 October 1, Chris Howe, “Top 10: Britain's most significant rail bridges”, in RAIL, number 1045, page 56:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The singer's voice was so unique that it was instantly ____ to her fans.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The actor's voice was instantly ____ even when he appeared in disguise on screen.