Know of Meaning in English
expression
ˈnoʊ/ /ˈəv
NOH-uhv
nˈəʊ/ /ˈɒv
NOH-ov
Definition
To be aware of someone or something by name or reputation, but without direct personal experience or detailed knowledge.
Usage & Nuances
'Know of' is used when you are aware someone or something exists, but don't have direct experience. Common with people, places, or facts from hearsay. Don't confuse with 'know' (personal knowledge or familiarity).
Spanish: haber oído de - conocer (por referencia)Portuguese (BR): ouvir falar de - saber dePortuguese (PT): ouvir falar de - conhecer (por referência)Chinese (Simplified): 听说过 - 知道有Chinese (Traditional): 聽說過 - 知道有Hindi: के बारे में जाननाArabic: سمع عن - يعرف (من دون معرفة شخصية)Bengali: জানা আছে - সম্পর্কে শোনা আছেRussian: знать о - наслышан оJapanese: 知っている（存在だけ）Vietnamese: biết đếnKorean: 들어본 적이 있다 - 알고 있다(간접적으로)Turkish: hakkında duymak - haberi olmakUrdu: جاننا (صرف سنا ہے)Indonesian: tahu tentang - pernah dengar tentang
Example Sentences
I know of her, but we've never met.
basic
Do you know of any good restaurants nearby?
basic
She knows of a job opening at her company.
basic
I don't know of anyone who can fix that old radio.
natural
A lot of people know of the band, but few have actually seen them live.
natural
You've probably heard of him, but do you really know of his work?
natural