Sais (en. Know)

/sɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

verb

To have knowledge of something.

I know the answer to this question.

Je sais la réponse à cette question.

To be informed about something.

He knows that the appointment is canceled.

Il sait que le rendez-vous est annulé.

To understand or be aware of something.

I know that it is late.

Je sais qu'il est tard.

From the Latin 'sapere', which means 'to have taste, to be wise'.

I know what I'm doing.

I am aware of my actions.

Je sais ce que je fais

Know-how

The ability to perform a task well.

Savoir-faire

Know-how (in terms of living)

The sense of politeness and good manners.

Savoir-vivre

know

Verb meaning to know or to be informed.

savoir

insight

Ability to understand quickly and clearly.

sagacité

scholar

A person with a lot of knowledge.

savant

To know something informally.

I know, don't worry.

Je sais, t'inquiète pas.

To be aware of rumors.

I know everything about what’s happening in the neighborhood.

Je sais tout sur ce qui se passe dans le quartier.