know
名詞
片語 know 名詞
- be in the know
To possess information or knowledge about something that is not widely known or understood by the general public.
知情人,知晓內情者
• Those in the know suggest that the company is considering a major restructuring.
知情人士表示,公司正在考慮進行重大重組。
動詞
定義 know 動詞
information(資訊)
- A1Transitive(及物動詞)Intransitive(不及物動詞)Not continuous(非進行時)
to have information in your mind
知道;了解;熟悉
"Where did he go?" "I don't know."
"他去哪了?" "我不知道。"
"What does it cost?" "Ask Kate. She'll know."
"這個多少錢?" "問凱特吧,她會知道。"
She knows the name of every child in the school.
她知道學校裡每個孩子的名字。
- A1Transitive(及物動詞)Not continuous(非進行時)
used to ask someone to tell you a piece of information
(用於詢問訊息)知道
Do you know the time?
你知道現在幾點嗎?
Do you know where the Post Office is?
你知道郵局在哪裡嗎?
- A2Transitive(及物動詞)Intransitive(不及物動詞)Not continuous(非進行時)
to be certain
確知;確信
I know she'll be really pleased to hear the news.
我知道她聽到這個消息會非常高興。
I don't know whether I should tell her or not.
我不知道是否應該告訴她。
The party is at Sarah's house as far as I know.
據我所知,派對在莎拉家舉行。
familiarity(熟悉)
- B1Transitive(及物動詞)Not continuous(非進行時)
to be familiar with or have experience and understanding of
認識;熟悉
I've known Daniel since we were at school together.
我從我們一起上學的時候就認識丹尼爾了。
She grew up in Paris so she knows it well.
她在巴黎長大,所以對那裡很熟悉。
I've seen the film "Casablanca" so many times that I know a lot of it by heart.
我看過《卡薩布蘭卡》這部電影很多次,以至於我記住了很多內容。
- B1Transitive(及物動詞)Intransitive(不及物動詞)Not continuous(非進行時)
If you know a subject, you are familiar with it and understand it.
知曉;通曉
Do you know about computers?
你懂電腦嗎?
She knows her subject inside out.
她對自己的專業瞭如指掌。
He knows the inner workings of a car very well.
他非常了解汽車的內部運作。
- A2Transitive(及物動詞)Not continuous(非進行時)
If you know a language, you can speak and understand it.
懂得(語言);會
Do you know any French?
你會法語嗎?
She knows Spanish and Portuguese fluently.
她精通西班牙語和葡萄牙語。
- Transitive(及物動詞)Not continuous(非進行時)
to recognize someone or something
認出;辨認出
That's Peter alright - I'd know him anywhere!
那確實是彼得——我在任何地方都能認出他!
I know a bargain when I see one.
我看到便宜貨時就能認出來。
I know him by his footsteps.
我通過他的腳步聲認出他。
片語 know 動詞
- know how to do something
To possess the necessary knowledge or skill to perform a particular task.
會、懂得如何做
• He knows how to repair his own bicycle.
他知道如何修理自己的自行車。
- get to know someone/something
To gradually learn about someone or something through spending time with them.
逐漸了解;日久生情
• Through a few meetings, the doctor and patient began to get to know each other.
通過幾次會面,醫生和病人開始逐漸了解彼此。
- know someone by name
To be acquainted with a person's name but have no direct personal experience with them.
聫開內名字
• I know him by name, but I don't believe we've ever actually met.
我知道他的名字,但我認為我們從未真正見過面。
- know someone by sight
To recognize someone visually but not personally; to be familiar with someone's appearance without knowing them well.
(對某人)面熟
• I see him at the gym occasionally, but I only know him by sight.
我偶爾在健身房看到他,但我只是面熟他。
成語
- I don't know about you but...
This phrase is used to indicate that what the speaker is about to say or do is irrespective of what the listener might be doing or thinking.
不管你怎麼樣
• I don't know about you, but I'm planning to leave early.
我不知道你怎麼想,但我打算早點離開。
- know your own mind
To have clear and firm convictions about one's beliefs or desires; to be decisive.
有主見
• She always knows her own mind, which allows her to make decisions quickly.
她總是清楚自己的想法,這讓她能夠快速做出決定。
- you know
A phrase used as a filler while speaking, often when pausing to think of what to say next; a conversational placeholder.
(語氣詞)你知道、你也知道嗎
• I went to that new coffee shop yesterday, you know.
我昨天去了那家新咖啡店,你知道的。
- not know what has hit you
To be suddenly shocked and confused by an unexpected and unpleasant event.
震驚不已
• Many employees didn't know what hit them when the company announced the restructuring.
許多員工在公司宣布重組時不知所措。
- know what you are doing
To possess the necessary skills and knowledge to perform a task effectively.
心中有數
• Don't worry, I know what I'm doing; I can handle this little task.
別擔心,我知道我在做什麼;我可以處理這個小任務。
- know what it is (like) to
to have personal experience of a particular feeling or situation; to understand the nature of something through direct experience.
理解或經歷某事物的感受或狀態。
• As a single mother, she knows what it’s like to raise a child alone.
作為一位單親媽媽,她知道獨自撫養孩子是什麼感覺。
- know all there is to know about something
To have extensive knowledge about a particular subject or activity, or to be exceptionally skilled at it.
對某事物瞭若指掌,非常精通。
• She knows all there is to know about classical music; she can identify the composer of any piece.
她對古典音樂瞭若指掌,能辨認出任何樂曲的作曲家。
- know all the answers
To believe that one is much more knowledgeable than others, often in an arrogant or conceited way.
自認為知道很多,自以為是
• He always acts like he knows all the answers, which annoys me.
他總是表現得好像知道所有的答案,這讓我很煩。
- there's no knowing
Used to indicate that something is impossible to know or predict with certainty.
難以預料
• The weather is so unpredictable; there's no knowing whether it will rain tomorrow.
天氣如此多變,無法得知明天是否會下雨。
- know best
to be the most appropriate person to take responsibility and make critical decisions, indicating a position of authority or expertise.
最適合承擔責任並作出重要決定;最具有權威;最了解情況。
• When it comes to managing my team, I believe I know best.
在管理我的團隊方面,我相信我最了解情況。
- know something like the back of your hand
To have a very thorough and detailed understanding of something; to be extremely familiar with something.
對某事物瞭如指掌;對某事非常熟悉。
• I know the menu at this restaurant like the back of my hand, I can recommend some great dishes to you.
我對這家餐廳的菜單瞭如指掌,我可以推薦一些很棒的菜給你。
- (Well) what do you know!
An expression used to show surprise at a piece of information. It is often used humorously or sarcastically to imply the opposite of what is said.
(用於表達驚訝時,常帶有幽默或反諷意味)真沒想到!你說奇怪不奇怪!
• Well, what do you know! I heard they are moving to the countryside.
哇,真沒想到!我聽說他們要搬到鄉下。
- not know the meaning of the word
This idiom is used to indicate that someone does not possess a particular quality or have experience with a specific activity, suggesting a complete lack of understanding of its meaning or importance.
不懂、缺乏某事物的真正含意(多用在否定句中)
• You say he's good at managing finances? He doesn't even know the meaning of the word "budget."
你說他擅長管理財務?他甚至不知道「預算」這個詞的意思。
- (you) know what I mean
Used to indicate that the speaker believes the listener understands the intended meaning, requiring no further explanation.
你懂我的意思(吧)
• This project needs more resources, you know what I mean?
這個項目需要更多資源,你明白我的意思嗎?
- know something back to front
To have a very thorough and detailed understanding of something.
熟能生巧
• He knows the history of this city back to front.
他對這座城市的歷史瞭若指掌。
- not know the first thing about something
To have absolutely no knowledge or understanding of a particular subject.
對某事完全不了解,一無所知。
• I don't know the first thing about the stock market, so I'm afraid to invest.
我對股票市場一無所知,所以不敢投資。
- You know something?
Used to introduce an opinion or a piece of information.
(用於引出觀點或資訊)你知道嗎?你想聽我說嗎?
• You know something? I think we should leave early.
你知道嗎?我覺得我們應該早點離開。
- know what's what
To have a good understanding of how things work, especially in a specific area, and to be able to make sound judgements.
識途老馬
• Despite his young age, he's been around in this industry for a while now, so he knows what's what.
儘管他年紀輕輕,但他在這個行業已經待了一段時間,所以他很清楚狀況。
- know what you are talking about
To have practical knowledge or a clear understanding of a subject due to experience.
內行
• As a seasoned chef, he certainly knows what he's talking about.
作為一名經驗豐富的廚師,他當然知道自己在說什麼。
- not know whether to laugh or cry
to be in a situation where one feels a mixture of amusement and distress, not knowing how to react appropriately.
哭笑不得
• When I saw him in that ridiculous outfit, I didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
當我看到他穿著那套可笑的衣服時,我不知道該笑還是該哭。
- I know
Used to express that you have suddenly thought of a good idea, solution, or answer.
我有主意了
• I know! We should postpone this project to the next quarter.
我知道了!我們應該將這個項目推遲到下個季度。
- something knows no bounds
Used to describe a quality or characteristic that is extreme and without any limits.
無限制的,無遮界的
• The company's ambition knows no bounds, with plans to expand globally.
這家公司的野心沒有界限,計劃在全球擴展。
- know the score
to be fully aware of the essential facts of a situation, especially the difficult or negative ones
了解情況;尤指了解問題的癥結
• She knows the score, so she knows this isn't a good time to ask for a raise.
她了解情況,所以她知道現在不是要求加薪的好時機。
- How was I to know?
Used to indicate that a mistake was made due to a lack of prior knowledge or sufficient information, implying it was not one's fault.
我怎麼會知道?(表示事先不知情所致)
• I was just trying to help; how was I to know that room was off-limits?
我只是想幫忙;我怎麼會知道那間房間是禁止進入的?
- I don't know
Used to express a lack of understanding or exasperation regarding something that someone has done.
(用於表達不理解或對某事感到惱火)我不明白。
• I don't know why I can never find my keys every time I'm about to leave.
我不明白為什麼每次要出門的時候都找不到我的鑰匙。
- not that I know of
Used to indicate that, based on one's knowledge, the answer to a question is no.
據我所知不是
• "Did you see him come to work this morning?" "Not that I know of."
「你今天早上有看到他來上班嗎?」「據我所知沒有。」
- know your way around something
To be well-acquainted with a particular place or system, enabling one to operate efficiently and effectively within it.
熟悉門路
• She has worked at this company for many years, so she knows her way around the operation very well.
她在這家公司工作多年,所以對整個運作非常熟悉。
- know which side your bread is buttered (on)
To be aware of where one's advantages lie and to act in a way that benefits oneself.
明白自己的利益所在,暇於為個人利益謀算。
• He always knows which side his bread is buttered on, so he's always flattering the boss.
他總是清楚自己的利益所在,所以總是在討好老闆。
- not know where to put yourself
To feel extremely embarrassed or awkward, to the point of not knowing how to act or where to be.
尷尬不已
• When I realized I had said the wrong thing, I didn't know where to put myself.
當我意識到自己說錯話時,我完全不知道該怎麼辦。
- know your stuff
to possess a high level of practical skill and knowledge in a particular field or subject.
對某一項專業很內行
• Before you start pitching the product, you’d better know your stuff.
在你開始推銷產品之前,你最好對產品瞭若指掌。
- wouldn't know something if you fell over one/it
Used to express that someone would not recognize something even if it were extremely obvious.
有眼無睛
• He wouldn't know a good opportunity if he fell over one.
即使機會擺在眼前,他也認不出來。
- before you know it
Very quickly or sooner than expected; before one is fully aware of it.
很快
• You'll get used to the new job before you know it, so don't worry.
你會不知不覺就習慣新工作,所以不用擔心。
- be known to be/do something
If something or someone is known to be or do something, it means that it is generally accepted as true or a common occurrence, or that the person has a reputation for a particular characteristic or action.
眾所皆知
• This restaurant is known to be excellent for its seafood dishes.
這家餐廳以其海鮮料理而聞名。
- Goodness/God/Heaven/Christ knows
Used to express uncertainty or to emphasize a statement; some may find its use offensive.
(用於表示不知情或加強語氣)天知道(有些人認為這種說法帶有冒犯意味)。
• Goodness knows why he would do that!
天知道他為什麼會那樣做!
- how was I to know?
used to indicate that a mistake made was not one's fault because of a lack of prior knowledge or information
(用於表示所犯錯誤並非自己的過失)我怎麼會知道?
• I was just trying to help; how was I to know the software had a bug?
我只是想幫忙;我怎麼會知道軟體有漏洞?
- I don't know how, what, why, etc.
Used to express confusion, disbelief, or exasperation about something, often implying the speaker finds it difficult to understand or accept.
(用於加強批評、驚訝等語氣)真不知道
• I don't know how you can fall asleep with all this noise.
我不知道你怎麼能在這麼吵的情況下睡著。
- know better (than to do something)
to be sufficiently wise, experienced, or well-behaved so as to avoid doing something foolish or inappropriate
理應明白事理,不至於做某事
• As a veteran journalist, he should know better than to reveal the identity of his sources.
作為一名資深記者,他應該知道不能透露消息來源的身份。
- know better (than someone)
To have more knowledge, experience, or understanding than someone else, especially about what is sensible or correct in a particular situation.
(比某人)更懂,更有見識
• As an experienced doctor, she should know better than to handle this situation this way.
作為一位經驗豐富的醫生,她應該更懂如何處理這種情況。
- not know someone from Adam
To have absolutely no acquaintance with someone; to have never met them and know nothing about them.
完全不認識
• I ran into him on the street yesterday, but I don't know him from Adam.
我昨天在街上遇到他,但我完全不認識他。
- not know where/which way to turn
To be in a situation where one is unsure of what to do or who to seek help from due to a difficult or confusing circumstance.
不知所措
• Since the company restructuring, he has felt lost and not known which way to turn.
自從公司重組以來,他感到迷茫,不知該如何是好。
- (well) what do you know!
An expression used to convey surprise at a piece of information, often employed humorously or ironically to imply the opposite of what is stated.
(用於表達驚訝,通常帶有幽默或反諷意味)真沒想到!你說奇怪不奇怪!
• They've decided to move to the countryside, well, what do you know!
他們決定搬到鄉下,哇,真沒想到!
- you know something?
Used to introduce an opinion or a piece of information.
(用於引出觀點或資訊)你猜怎麼著?;你知道嗎?
• You know something? I think we should finish this report first.
你知道嗎?我覺得我們應該先完成這份報告。
片語動詞 know
- know something from something
to have the ability to distinguish between two items and thus identify each, often implying a strong comprehension and awareness of a specific subject
分辨;識別
• He can always know who is speaking from the different voices.
他總能從不同的聲音中分辨出是誰在說話。
- know of someone/something
to be familiar with someone or something by having heard of them and being able to provide limited information about them
聽說過,有所了解
• I know of this author, but I'm not very familiar with his works.
我聽說過這位作者,但對他的作品不太熟悉。