Know about Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈnoʊ/ /əˈbaʊt

NOH uh-BOWT

UK

nˈəʊ/ /ɐbˈaʊt

NUR uh-BOWT

Definition

To have information or be aware of something or someone. It can mean knowing facts, details, or simply being familiar with the topic.

Usage & Nuances

Used to talk about familiarity or awareness of a topic ('know about the rules', 'know about this place'). Not the same as deep expertise—often just means general knowledge. Common in both formal and informal contexts.

• Spanish: saber sobre - conocer (información) sobre
• Portuguese (BR): saber sobre - conhecer (informação) sobre
• Portuguese (PT): saber sobre - conhecer (informação) sobre
• Chinese (Simplified): 了解 - 知道 (关于)
• Chinese (Traditional): 瞭解 - 知道 (關於)
• Hindi: के बारे में जानना
• Arabic: يعرف عن
• Bengali: জানেন - সম্পর্কে জানেন
• Russian: знать о - быть в курсе
• Japanese: 知っている - 知識がある
• Vietnamese: biết về
• Korean: ~에 대해 알다
• Turkish: hakkında bilmek
• Urdu: کے بارے میں جاننا
• Indonesian: tahu tentang

Example Sentences

Do you know about the new teacher?

basic

I know about soccer, but I don't play it.

basic

They know about the problem at work.

basic

Did you know about the concert this weekend?

natural

I only know about this restaurant because my friend recommended it.

natural

Let me know about any changes in the schedule.

natural