Know as Meaning in English
expression
ˈnoʊ/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz
NOH-az, NOH-ez
nˈəʊ/ /ˈæs
NUH-oh-as
Definition
To identify or recognize someone or something by a particular name, title, or characteristic.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in passive form ('be known as'), especially with titles or nicknames: 'He is known as...' Note: 'know as' is rarely used in active voice. Preferred phrasing: 'She is known as...' (not 'People know her as...' though possible).
Spanish: conocer como - saber comoPortuguese (BR): conhecer como - saber comoPortuguese (PT): conhecer como - saber comoChinese (Simplified): 被称为 - 以...而闻名Chinese (Traditional): 被稱為 - 以...而聞名Hindi: के रूप में जाननाArabic: يُعرف باسمBengali: হিসেবে পরিচিত - নামে পরিচিতRussian: как - известен какJapanese: として知られているVietnamese: được biết đến như - gọi làKorean: 로 알려져 있다Turkish: olarak bilinirUrdu: کے طور پر جانا جاتا ہےIndonesian: dikenal sebagai
Example Sentences
She is known as the best player on the team.
basic
This city is known as the City of Lights.
basic
He is known as a very honest man.
basic
After his big win, he's known as 'The Champion' now.
natural
Everyone in town knows her as the lady with the red hat.
natural
He's known as someone you can always trust.
natural