know something from something

Related to word: know

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. to have the ability to distinguish between two items and thus identify each, often implying a strong comprehension and awareness of a specific subject

    • He can always know who is speaking from the different voices.

    • She can know the authors from their styles in these classic works.

    • The teacher could know the students' understanding of the concept from their explanations.