C1noun 2K

Appreciation

🇬🇧 UK /["/əˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/əˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Appreciation

pleasure that you have when you recognize and enjoy the good qualities of somebody/something

In simple words: Feeling thankful or valuing something.

Appreciation in a sentence

• Her appreciation for classical music grew after taking a piano lesson.
• He showed his appreciation by giving her a thoughtful gift.
• The teacher expressed her appreciation for the student's hard work.
• Appreciation of different cultures can lead to a richer understanding of the world.
• They gathered together to show their appreciation for the volunteers.
• His appreciation of art was evident in his extensive collection.
• She felt a deep appreciation for nature during her hiking trip.
• An appreciation for literature can enhance one's analytical skills.

How to use Appreciation

Use 'appreciation' when talking about recognizing the worth of someone or something. It's suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but may feel a bit formal in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

appreciation + of/about + object

Memory hint

Think of 'appreciation' as 'a-prize-ation' – you get a prize for recognizing something valuable.

Related words

Collocations with Appreciation

• deep
• great
• real
• have
• share
• show
• in appreciation
• appreciation for
• appreciation of
• better
• clear
• deep
• have
• gain
• appreciation of
• deep
• genuine
• heartfelt
• express
• show
• extend
• in appreciation (of)
• with appreciation
• appreciation for
• a lack of appreciation
• a token of your appreciation

Synonyms for Appreciation

• gratitude
• thankfulness
• recognition
• admiration
• esteem

Opposites of Appreciation

• disregard
• disrespect
• indifference

Common mistakes with Appreciation

• Confused with 'appreciate' as a verb.
• Incorrectly used in plural form as 'appreciations'.
• Using it without a specific object (should be 'appreciation of art').

Frequently asked questions about Appreciation

What does Appreciation mean?

Feeling thankful or valuing something.

What is the definition of Appreciation?

pleasure that you have when you recognize and enjoy the good qualities of somebody/something

How do you use Appreciation in a sentence?

Her appreciation for classical music grew after taking a piano lesson.

Can you give another example of Appreciation?

He showed his appreciation by giving her a thoughtful gift.

What are synonyms for Appreciation?

Common alternatives include gratitude, thankfulness, recognition, admiration, esteem.

What is the opposite of Appreciation?

Opposite meanings include disregard, disrespect, indifference.

What words go with Appreciation?

It commonly pairs with deep, great, real, have, share, show, in appreciation, appreciation for, appreciation of, better, clear, deep, have, gain, appreciation of, deep, genuine, heartfelt, express, show, extend, in appreciation (of), with appreciation, appreciation for, a lack of appreciation, a token of your appreciation.

What are common mistakes when using Appreciation?

Confused with 'appreciate' as a verb. Incorrectly used in plural form as 'appreciations'. Using it without a specific object (should be 'appreciation of art').

How do you pronounce Appreciation?

US: /["/əˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/əˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Appreciation?

Use 'appreciation' when talking about recognizing the worth of someone or something. It's suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but may feel a bit formal in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Appreciation?

"Appreciation" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.