/konoˈθiðo/ ES

/konoˈsiðo/ MX

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Translation

known, well-known, acquaintance

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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

América .

He is a very well-known writer throughout Latin America and Spain.

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I saw an acquaintance in the street but could not remember his name.

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The problem had been known to scientists for several years.

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This bar is known for its good coffee.

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A familiar face appeared in the audience.

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This word is taught in chapter 9, lesson 10: conocido, i, animal and 6 more words.