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Know -

To have information in one's mind; to be aware of something through observation, inquiry, or experience.

Voorbeeld: I know the answer to that question.
Gebruik: formalContext: academic or professional settings
Opmerking: Often used to indicate possession of knowledge or understanding.

To be familiar or acquainted with someone or something.

Voorbeeld: I know John from work.
Gebruik: informalContext: casual conversations
Opmerking: Commonly used to refer to personal relationships or familiarity with places or things.

To recognize or identify someone or something.

Voorbeeld: I know that song.
Gebruik: informalContext: everyday conversations
Opmerking: Used to express familiarity with music, movies, or other cultural references.

To have learned or memorized something.

Voorbeeld: I know how to play the piano.
Gebruik: formalContext: educational or instructional settings
Opmerking: Often used to indicate skills or abilities acquired through learning.

Synoniemen van Know

Understand

To grasp the meaning or significance of something.
Voorbeeld: I understand the instructions clearly.
Opmerking: Understanding implies a deeper level of comprehension compared to simply knowing.

Comprehend

To grasp mentally; to understand.
Voorbeeld: She comprehends the complexity of the situation.
Opmerking: Comprehend can imply a more thorough understanding of a subject or situation.

Familiarize

To make oneself knowledgeable or conversant with something.
Voorbeeld: I need to familiarize myself with the new software.
Opmerking: Familiarize suggests becoming acquainted with something new or unfamiliar.

Realize

To become aware of or understand clearly.
Voorbeeld: It took me a while to realize my mistake.
Opmerking: Realize often involves coming to a new understanding or awareness.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Know

Know by heart

To know something perfectly or completely; to have memorized something thoroughly.
Voorbeeld: She knows the lyrics to that song by heart.
Opmerking: The phrase 'know by heart' emphasizes a deep level of knowledge or memorization beyond just knowing the information.

Know inside out

To know something thoroughly or completely; to be very familiar with all aspects of something.
Voorbeeld: He knows the history of this town inside out.
Opmerking: This phrase implies a comprehensive understanding or knowledge of a subject or topic.

You never know

Used to express uncertainty or the unpredictable nature of a situation.
Voorbeeld: I might apply for the job. You never know, they might hire me.
Opmerking: This phrase conveys the idea that outcomes or events are not always certain or predictable.

Know the ropes

To be familiar with the procedures, practices, or details of a particular job or situation.
Voorbeeld: She's been working here for years; she knows the ropes.
Opmerking: This phrase implies having experience and understanding of how things work in a particular context.

Not know the first thing about

To have no knowledge or understanding of something at all.
Voorbeeld: I don't know the first thing about fixing cars.
Opmerking: This phrase emphasizes a complete lack of knowledge or familiarity with a subject.

Know the drill

To be familiar with the standard or routine procedure for a particular situation.
Voorbeeld: When you arrive, just follow the instructions. You know the drill.
Opmerking: This phrase refers to being aware of what is expected or required in a familiar situation.

Know one's stuff

To have a high level of knowledge, expertise, or skill in a particular area.
Voorbeeld: She really knows her stuff when it comes to graphic design.
Opmerking: This phrase emphasizes a person's competency and proficiency in a specific field or subject.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Know

You know the drill

Means someone is familiar with what is expected or what needs to be done.
Voorbeeld: Every morning, we come in, clock in, and start working— you know the drill.
Opmerking: Assuming familiarity with a routine or procedure.

You know it

Used to express enthusiastic agreement or confirmation.
Voorbeeld: Are you coming to the party tonight? You know it!
Opmerking: Casual way of confirming rather than saying 'Yes'.

Know your onions

To be knowledgeable or skilled in a particular area.
Voorbeeld: She's a great chef, she really knows her onions.
Opmerking: Refers to having expertise in a specific field.

Know which way the wind blows

To be aware of changing circumstances or societal opinions.
Voorbeeld: She always pays attention to the latest trends; she really knows which way the wind blows.
Opmerking: Sensing and understanding prevailing trends or attitudes.

On the nose

Precisely accurate or correct.
Voorbeeld: His estimate was on the nose; the cost came out exactly as he predicted.
Opmerking: Describing exact precision or accuracy.

The lowdown

The essential information or details about something.
Voorbeeld: She gave me the lowdown on the new project; I know exactly what I need to do now.
Opmerking: Referring to specific and essential information.

Know - Voorbeelden

I know how to swim.
Do you know where the nearest supermarket is?
She doesn't know how to play the piano.
We have known each other for years.

Grammatica van Know

Know - Werkwoord (Verb) / Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form)
Lemma: know
Vervoegingen
Werkwoord, verleden tijd (Verb, past tense): knew
Werkwoord, voltooid deelwoord (Verb, past participle): known
Werkwoord, gerundium of tegenwoordig deelwoord (Verb, gerund or present participle): knowing
Werkwoord, 3e persoon enkelvoud tegenwoordige tijd (Verb, 3rd person singular present): knows
Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form): know
Werkwoord, tegenwoordige tijd niet 3e persoon enkelvoud (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): know
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
Know bevat 1 lettergrepen: know
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈnō
know , ˈnō (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

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De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
Know: 0 - 100 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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