Italian Word · Intermediate
conoscere
to know (people, places, facts)
Pronunciation: ko-no-SHE-re
Meaning
To be acquainted or familiar with a person, place, or a body of facts.
Example
Conosco bene questa città. / Non conosco quel ragazzo.
I know this city well. / I don't know that boy.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice conoscere out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Italian word.