Spanish · Common Verbs
Conocer
To know (people/places)
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Definition
To be acquainted with a person or place.
Example
¿Conoces Madrid?
Do you know Madrid?
Etymology
'Conocer' originates from the Latin 'cognoscere,' meaning 'to know' or 'to become acquainted with.' Its meaning has specialized in Spanish to indicate familiarity with people or places.
How & Where It’s Used
'Conocer' is used frequently in both spoken and written contexts, in both formal and informal registers, especially when discussing relationships or places.