No. 164 in German
bekannt
Known.
In a sentence
Das Restaurant ist in der Stadt sehr bekannt.
The restaurant is very well-known in the city.
Here, 'bekannt' is used as an adjective meaning 'well-known' or 'famous.' It describes the reputation of the restaurant.
Sie hat mich mit einem ihrer bekannten Freunde vorgestellt.
She introduced me to one of her acquainted friends.
In this context, 'bekannt' is used as an adjective meaning 'acquainted' or 'familiar.' It relates to someone one knows.
Mir ist der Name dieses Ortes bekannt.
The name of this place is known to me.
'Bekannt' is used here to express familiarity or recognition, indicating that the speaker knows this name.
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