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'Recommend' is primarily used as a verb. It can also function as a noun in the form of 'recommendation.' The definition of 'recommend' is to suggest that someone or something would be good or suitable for a particular purpose or a particular person.
Recommend
The word 'recommend' originates from the Latin word 'recommendare,' which is composed of 're-' (meaning 'again') and 'commendare' (meaning 'to entrust, commit'). The term evolved into Old French as 'recomender' before entering the English language in the late Middle Ages.
The word 'recommend' is pronounced as /ˌrɛkəˈmɛnd/. It is typically pronounced with the emphasis on the third syllable: "rek-uh-MEND."
The word 'recommend' can be used in a sentence such as, "I highly recommend this book for its insightful analysis." When using 'recommend,' it's important to ensure correct spelling, as it has two 'm's and one 'c'; additionally, be aware that it is often followed by the infinitive form of a verb or a noun. Misusing it, such as saying "I recommend you to read," is incorrect, and it should instead be "I recommend that you read."