Spanish - Saber vs. Conocer Flashcards
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Juan _______ dónde está María.

sabe

María _______ conducir.

sabe

Ella no _______ la letra de esa canción.

sabe

What does 'saber' mean?

<p>To know how to do something</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'conocer' mean?

<p>To be acquainted with a person, place, or thing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Yo no _________ a María.

<p>conozco</p> Signup and view all the answers

Juan _________ la literatura española.

<p>conoce</p> Signup and view all the answers

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!

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