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The correct spelling is known.

How to pronounce known

/nəʊn/
verb

IPA: /nəʊn/

Say it like: Now-n

The correct spelling is known. To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that. For example: "He knew something terrible was going to happen."

Usage Examples

He knew something terrible was going to happen.

Did you know Michelle and Jack were getting divorced? ― Yes, I knew.

I know your mother, but I’ve never met your father.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that.
  2. 2.To be aware of; to be cognizant of.
  3. 3.To be acquainted or familiar with; to have encountered.
  4. 4.To experience.
  5. 5.To be able to distinguish, to discern, particularly by contrast or comparison; to recognize the nature of.

noun

  1. 1.Any fact or situation which is known or familiar.
  2. 2.A constant or variable the value of which is already determined.

adjective

  1. 1.Identified as a specific type; famous, renowned.
  2. 2.Accepted, familiar, researched.

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