This is the 503rd most frequent Chinese word.
认识
"认识" means "to know" or "to be acquainted with."
The word '认识' is used here to indicate becoming acquainted with someone.
我很高兴认识你。
I am very happy to meet you.
In this sentence, '认识' is utilized to indicate being familiar with someone by reputation or visually.
他在这个行业里非常有名，很多人都认识他。
He is very famous in this industry, and many people know him.
The word '认识' here signifies the ability to recognize something.