1
distinguir;discernir
1
to discern (e.g. right from wrong);to discriminate;to distinguish
私たちが意識してほかの礼儀正しさの形をわきまえることが大切である。
Therefore it is important for us to be aware of other forms of politeness.
2
to know (manners, one's place, etc.);to understand;to bear in mind
身分をわきまえなさい。
Remember your station in life.
Other forms
辨える 【わきまえる】 (word containing out-dated kanji or kanji usage)