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    Sabía (en. Knew)

    /saˈβia/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Had information or knowledge of something.
    She knew that the meeting was at three.
    Ella sabía que la reunión era a las tres.
    Was aware of a fact or situation.
    He knew about the surprise they were preparing for him.
    Él sabía de la sorpresa que le estaban preparando.
    Had skills or abilities in a specific area.
    He knew how to play the guitar since he was young.
    Sabía tocar la guitarra desde joven.

    Etymology

    Derives from the Latin 'sapere', which means to have taste or knowledge.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to know for sure
    To know something with total certainty.
    saber a ciencia cierta
    to know by heart
    To remember something perfectly without the need to consult.
    saber de memoria
    to know where the shoe pinches
    To know someone's weaknesses or problems.
    saber dónde le aprieta el zapato
    to know what one is talking about
    To have clear information before speaking.
    saber lo que se dice

    Related Words

    wisdom
    Deep and reflective knowledge.
    sabiduría
    wise
    A person who has wisdom.
    sabio
    to know
    To have knowledge about something.
    saber

    Slang Meanings

    To understand or know something informally.
    I knew that it was a dangerous place.
    Yo sabía que ese era un lugar peligroso.
    To be aware of gossip or unofficial information.
    She always knew what was happening in the neighborhood.
    Ella siempre sabía lo que pasaba en la vecindad.