würdigen
Translation
to appreciate, to honour, to acknowledge, to recognise
Examples
Er würdigte ihre harte Arbeit.
He appreciated her hard work.
Die Stadt würdigte den Künstler mit einem Preis.
The city honoured the artist with an award.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) würdigen to appreciate/honour sb./sth. He würdigte her performance.
((sb.)) ((mit sth.)) würdigen to honour sb. with sth. The university würdigte him with an honorary doctorate.
Similar Words
anerkennen (to recognise), ehren (to honour), schätzen (to appreciate)
Etymology
Derived from 'würdig' (worthy). The verb means 'to treat as worthy' or 'to deem worthy'.
Memory Tips
Think of making someone feel 'worthy' ('würdig') by appreciating their contribution.