
Recommend
To propose as advisable or beneficial; to endorse or commend something to others.
verbRecommend
To propose as advisable or beneficial; to endorse or commend something to others.
verb
Imagine This
Imagine a town hall where a community leader reviews options for a new park and then says, 'I recommend this plan,' while pointing to a slide that lists benefits.
Sounds Like
rek-uh-MEND
Looks Like
re-commend (looks like 'commend' with the prefix re-)
Remember This
The noun form is 'recommendation.' In formal writing, 'recommend' is often followed by 'that' + base verb (subjunctive), e.g., 'I recommend that he go.' It can also be followed by a gerund, e.g., 'I recommend taking the course.'
Other Forms
Connect With
advise, endorse, suggest, propose, advocate
Note
Common mistakes: avoid using 'recommend to' in formal contexts; prefer 'recommend that someone do something' or 'recommend doing something.'