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Juan _______ dónde está María.
sabe
María _______ conducir.
sabe
Ella no _______ la letra de esa canción.
sabe
What does 'saber' mean?
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What does 'conocer' mean?
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Yo no _________ a María.
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Juan _________ la literatura española.
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Study Notes
Saber vs. Conocer
- Saber is used to indicate knowledge of facts or information, such as knowing where someone is.
- Saber can also express knowledge of a skill or how to perform an action, typically followed by an infinitive (e.g., "know how to drive").
- To say you have memorized something (e.g., song lyrics), use saber.
- Saber encompasses knowing facts, being knowledgeable about something completely, and understanding how to do something.
Conocer
- Conocer means to be acquainted or familiar with a person, place, or thing.
- It is employed when discussing familiarity with individuals or locations (e.g., knowing a person like María).
- To convey familiarity with a literary genre or style, one might use conocer (e.g., being familiar with Spanish literature).
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This quiz focuses on the Spanish verbs 'saber' and 'conocer', highlighting their distinctions and usage through flashcards. You'll learn when to express knowledge of facts, skills, and familiarity with people or places. Test your understanding and mastery of these important verbs in Spanish!
