/konoˈθiðo/
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Translation
known, well-known, acquaintance
Word origin
The past participle of conocer ('to know'), from Latin cognoscere ('to get to know'), from cum ('with') and noscere ('to come to know'). The same root gives English 'recognise' and 'cognition'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- cognoscere
- English cognates
- recognise, cognition, notice
Grammar
Feminineconocida
Masc pluralconocidos
Examples
escritor Latina España.
He is a very well-known writer throughout Latin America and Spain.
.
I saw an acquaintance in the street but could not remember his name.
científicos .
The problem had been known to scientists for several years.
.
This bar is known for its good coffee.
apareció .
A familiar face appeared in the audience.
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