recognize a face

Meaning

Identify someone by their physical features because you have seen them before.

Examples

• It took a moment to recognize a face in the crowded train station.
• She struggled to recognize a face she hadn't seen since childhood.

Pronunciation: ˈrɛkəɡnaɪz ə feɪs

Synonyms of recognize a face

Words with a similar meaning to recognize a face:

• know
• identify
• spot
• discern