🇺🇸 How to say

“to know” in English

to know
Illustration of "to know" in a English cultural setting
A woman checks her phone and smiles as she reads a message from a friend confirming their meeting time. She now knows the plan for the afternoon.

Usage note

Use 'to know' when you have information in your mind or are familiar with someone or something.

Examples

  • I know your name.

    I know your name.

  • She knows the answer.

    She knows the answer.

  • We know this place.

    We know this place.

Quick check

What does "know" mean?

  • A. to know
  • B. to buy
  • C. close
  • D. to come

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