Word
appreciating
Phoneticsap·pre·ci·at·ing, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈpɹiʃiˌeɪtɪŋ/
UK/ɐpɹˈiːʃɪˌeɪtɪŋ/
Definition
v. understanding how important or good something is. You also use it to say you are thankful for something.
v. recognising the full value, significance, or quality of something; expressing gratitude for a service or favour. Often used in formal correspondence to acknowledge assistance.
Examples
“I am appreciating the help you gave me yesterday.”
“The students are finally appreciating the complexity of the subject after weeks of difficult study.”
“While the board is appreciating the short-term gains, they remain cautious about the long-term structural risks inherent in such a rapid expansion strategy.”
Examples
simple
“I am appreciating the help you gave me yesterday.”
contextual
“The students are finally appreciating the complexity of the subject after weeks of difficult study.”
complex
“While the board is appreciating the short-term gains, they remain cautious about the long-term structural risks inherent in such a rapid expansion strategy.”
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object. When used to mean 'increase in value', it is often used in the continuous form.
Pitfall
I am appreciating for your help
I am appreciating your help
Appreciate is a transitive verb and does not take the preposition 'for' before its object.
Real-World Examples
“I remember watching the Liverpool game at Hillsborough on TV back in 1989, but not fully appreciating what had happened.” “There’s a genuine fear this will read like a motivational Instagram reel about ageing and appreciating the moment over some plinky-plonky music.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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