Sabed (en. Know)

/saˈβeð/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Second person plural of the imperative of the verb to know.
Know that this is important.
Sabed que esto es importante.
It is used in formal or poetic contexts.
Know that knowledge is power.
Sabed que el conocimiento es poder.
It is also used in the context of providing information to a group.
Know all that the meeting has been canceled.
Sabed todos que la reunión ha sido cancelada.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'sapere', which means 'to know'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

know this well
It is a warning to keep something important in mind.
sabedlo bien
know that
Expression that introduces relevant information.
sabed que

Related Words

to know
To know something with certainty or to have knowledge of it.
saber
wisdom
Ability to make judgments based on knowledge.
sabiduría
wise
One who has wisdom or is knowledgeable.
sabio

Slang Meanings

In some regions, it is used to emphasize knowledge on a specific topic.
Know that you cannot do that.
Sabed que no se puede hacer eso.