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    Connaissance (en. Awareness)

    /kɔ.na.isɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of information or skills acquired by a person.
    He has extensive knowledge in history.
    Il a une grande connaissance en histoire.
    A relationship or bond established between two people.
    I met his sister yesterday.
    J'ai fait la connaissance de sa sœur hier.
    The act of knowing.
    Self-knowledge is essential for progress.
    La connaissance de soi est essentielle pour progresser.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'to know', originating from the Latin 'cognoscere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be aware of
    to be informed about something.
    avoir connaissance de
    to take note of
    to review or inquire about a document.
    prendre connaissance de
    to get to know
    to meet someone for the first time.
    faire connaissance

    Related Words

    to know
    Having knowledge or experience of something.
    connaître
    person
    An individual, often related to personal knowledge.
    personne
    knowledge
    The total body of knowledge in a specific field.
    savoir

    Slang Meanings

    Knowledge acquired in a particular area.
    He has connections in the field; he's his acquaintance.
    Il a des connexions dans le milieu, c'est sa connaissance.
    A friend or acquaintance with whom one has business relations.
    He has contacts that can help him advance in his career.
    Il a des connaissances qui peuvent l'aider à progresser dans sa carrière.