What does 認める mean?
認める is a Japanese verb meaning “to recognize, to notice; to approve” in English. It can also be translated as “to deem, to approve, to admit” depending on context. It is written as 認める in kanji, みとめる in hiragana, and mitomeru in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
我々は彼の才能を認めている。
We appreciate his talent.
ｘ線写真で異状が認められます。
We have detected an abnormality on your x-ray.
このお願いをお認めいただけましたら幸いです。
I would be grateful for your approval of this request.