Conocida (en. Known)

/ko.no.'θi.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who has been publicly recognized.
She is a well-known actress in the country.
Ella es una conocida actriz en el país.
A thing that is famous or of which there is knowledge.
That place is a well-known tourist attraction.
Ese lugar es una conocida atracción turística.

Etymology

From the feminine participle of 'known', from the verb 'to know'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

more well-known
It refers to someone or something that is very famous.
más conocida
is not as well-known
It indicates that something or someone does not have as much recognition.
no es tan conocida
a known figure
It refers to a person who is recognized in a specific field.
una figura conocida

Related Words

to know
Perceiving something through experience.
conocer
knowledge
The action of knowing something.
conocimiento

Slang Meanings

Someone who is very popular among young people.
That girl is super well-known on social media.
Esa chica es súper conocida en las redes sociales.
A person who has a good reputation or fame.
That guy is known in his neighborhood for helping others.
Ese tipo es conocido en su barrio por ayudar a los demás.