Conocerlo (en. Meet)
/ko.no.ˈθeɾ.lo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To identify a person or know of their existence.
I would like to meet him in person.
Me gustaría conocerlo en persona.
To have experience or knowledge about a topic or place.
I don't know him well, but I know he's a good professional.
No lo conozco bien pero sé que es un buen profesional.
To socialize or establish a relationship with someone.
After talking, I feel like I know him better.
Después de conversar, siento que lo conozco mejor.
Etymology
From the Latin 'cognoscere', which means 'to know' or 'to understand'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to know by sight
To recognize someone without having a close relationship.
conocer de vista
I didn't know him
Expression used to indicate that one did not have information about someone.
no lo conocía
to know in depth
To have extensive knowledge about a person or topic.
conocer en profundidad
Related Words
acquaintance
A person who is known by someone.
conocido
knowledge
Information that one has about something or someone.
conocimiento
recognition
The action of recognizing someone or something.
reconocimiento
Slang Meanings
To be aware of.
I already know him, I know what he does.
Ya lo conozco, sé lo que hace.
To make breakfast in a relationship.
When we started dating, I was already getting to know him better.
Cuando empezamos a salir, ya estaba conociéndolo mejor.