reconocidas

Reconocidas is the feminine plural form of the past participle of reconocer, primarily functioning as an adjective or in passive voice constructions. It describes feminine plural nouns and conveys that something has been identified, acknowledged, or deemed by someone or by a given standard. The sense can range from “well-known” or “noted” to “recognized/identified,” depending on context.

Usage and meaning:

As an adjective, reconocidas often means widely known or respected. Examples include universidades reconocidas (well-regarded universities), marcas reconocidas (renowned brands), or autoridades reconocidas (recognized authorities). In passive constructions, it can appear with ser or estar, as in las canciones fueron reconocidas por la crítica (the songs were recognized/acknowledged by critics).

Morphology and related forms:

The stem is reconocer. The feminine singular is reconocida, the masculine singular reconocidos, and the feminine plural reconocidas. The masculine plural form is reconocidos, while the neuter or invariable form does not apply in standard use. It is distinct from reconocible, which means recognizable in the sense of capable of being identified, rather than having already been identified or widely known.

Notes:

Reconocidas is common in formal, journalistic, and academic Spanish to emphasize a status of recognition or standing. It should not be confused with terms like reconocible (recognizable) or reconocimiento (recognition or acknowledgment), which serve different grammatical or semantic roles.