who appreciate vs who can appreciate

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Who appreciate' is used when referring to a specific group of people who already appreciate something. 'Who can appreciate' is used when talking about a group of people who have the ability or potential to appreciate something.

Last updated: March 29, 2024

who appreciate

This phrase is correct when referring to a specific group of people who already appreciate something.

This phrase is used to describe a group of people who currently appreciate something. It implies that the appreciation is already present.

Examples:

I want to invite those who appreciate fine art to the gallery opening.
The event is for those who appreciate good music.
The book is written for those who appreciate a good mystery.
The restaurant caters to those who appreciate authentic cuisine.
The film is a must-see for those who appreciate classic cinema.

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People who appreciate value and quality and don't have a lot of time.
And take it from me, survivors are people who appreciate life the most.
People who appreciate unique children who can read and invent and bite things.
Those who appreciate good comedy.
The difference between a broken community and a thriving one is often the healthy respect between men and women who appreciate the contributions each other makes to society.
It felt nice to be around people who appreciate what I do,
It felt nice to be around people who appreciate what I do,
Madam Chancellor, I too would like to join the ranks of those who have been congratulating you, and who appreciate the agreement you have achieved over the question of Europe's future.
To my fellow Members who appreciate their countries' secular freedoms and rights as protected by their constitutions, I can only say two words: wake up.
Let's just say I have an arrangement with a certain life-challenged individual who appreciate my multi-faceted talents.
We want customers who appreciate good fish.
And l prefer to sell my work to people who appreciate it.
Men love women who appreciate them, And she alone has appreciated him.
It's nice to be around people who appreciate me.
You should work with people who appreciate a man with your talent.
Those who appreciate a fine kill.
You guys are the only ones who appreciate Katherine Heigl the way I do.
I like people who appreciate my food.
In the tourist areas commerce will still be a particular important factor for attracting people who appreciate its presence, for the benefit of all.
Friends who appreciate that you never, never, never want that to happen.

Alternatives:

those who like
those who enjoy
those who value
those who admire
those who love

who can appreciate

This phrase is correct when talking about a group of people who have the ability or potential to appreciate something.

This phrase is used to describe a group of people who have the capacity or potential to appreciate something. It implies that the appreciation may not be present yet, but they have the ability to develop it.