Recommending
/ˌrɛkəˈmɛndɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo suggest or endorse someone or something as being good or suitable for a particular purpose or role.
/ˌrɛkəˈmɛndɪŋ/
To suggest someone or something for a good purpose.
The doctor is recommending that I get more exercise.
💡 Simply: It's like telling a friend, 'Hey, I think you'd really like this!' You're pointing someone towards something you think is great, like a book, a movie, or even a person for a job.
👶 For kids: When you recommend something, it's like saying, 'This is good! You should try it!'
More Examples
I am recommending this book to all my friends.
The professor is recommending her for a scholarship.
How It's Used
"I am recommending her for the project lead position."
"We are recommending this restaurant based on its excellent reviews."
To advise a course of action; to give counsel or suggestions to someone.
/ˌrɛkəˈmɛndɪŋ/
To advise or counsel a course of action.
The lawyer is recommending a settlement.
💡 Simply: It's like giving someone advice. For example, a doctor might recommend that you get some rest, or a friend might recommend the best route to take to get somewhere.
👶 For kids: When you tell someone what they should do, like your mom recommending you eat your veggies.
More Examples
The travel agent is recommending a vacation to Hawaii.
I am recommending that he take a break.
How It's Used
"The financial advisor is recommending investing in bonds."
"The specialist is recommending surgery."
Idioms & expressions
highly recommended
Strongly suggested or advised as being good or suitable.
"This restaurant is highly recommended by critics."
letter of recommendation
A formal document written by someone who knows a person, typically for an application process, describing their qualifications.
"I needed a letter of recommendation from my professor for my graduate school application."
From Middle English recommenden, from Latin recommendare (“to entrust, commend”), from re- (“again, back”) + commendare (“to entrust, commit to one's care”), from commendāre (“to entrust”), from com- (“with, together”) + mandāre (“to command, order”).
The word 'recommend' has been used since the 15th century, evolving from its Latin roots to its modern meaning of suggesting or advising.
Memory tip
Think of giving a thumbs up and saying, 'I recommend!'
Word Origin
"to entrust, commit to one's care"