🇨🇳 How to say

“know” in Chinese

知道zhīdào
Illustration of "know" in a Chinese cultural setting
A student confidently raises their hand in a brightly lit classroom, ready to answer the teacher's question because they studied the material thoroughly last night.

Usage note

Use 知道 for factual knowledge or awareness, like knowing information or people. It's a neutral, everyday verb you'll hear often in conversations.

Examples

  • 我知道答案。

    I know the answer.

  • 你知道老师吗？

    Do you know the teacher?

  • 他知道很多。

    He knows a lot.

Quick check

What does "知道" mean?

  • A. know
  • B. find
  • C. study
  • D. can

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