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No. 510 in German

kennen

"Kennen" means "to know" (be acquainted or familiar with someone or something).

In a sentence

  • Ich kenne dieses Restaurant.

    I know this restaurant.

    The word 'kennen' in this context is used to express familiarity with a place.

  • Kennst du diesen Film?

    Do you know this movie?

    Here, 'kennen' is utilized to ask about someone's acquaintance with a movie.

  • Sie kennt die Nachbarn schon lange.

    She has known the neighbors for a long time.

    In this example, 'kennen' indicates a long-term familiarity with people.

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