Connaissant (en. Knowing)
[kɔ.nɛ.sɑ̃]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Someone who has particular knowledge of a subject.
He is an expert knowledgeable in the field of biology.
Il est un expert connaissant dans le domaine de la biologie.
Someone who is aware of something.
She is knowledgeable about the latest market trends.
Elle est connaissante des dernières tendances du marché.
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'to know', derived from the Latin 'cognoscere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be knowledgeable in a field
To have skills or in-depth knowledge in a particular area.
être connaissant dans un domaine
a knowledgeable person
An individual who has a good understanding or expertise.
un connaissant
Related Words
knowledge
The action of knowing something, to know.
connaissance
to know
To have knowledge of something or someone.
connaître
Slang Meanings
An informal expert in a field.
He is the knowledgeable one of the group, he always knows everything about the subject.
C'est le connaissant du groupe, il sait toujours tout sur le sujet.
Someone who has useful contacts or knowledge.
She is well-connected, she's a true expert.
Elle est bien connectée, c'est une vraie connaissante.