Confusing 'conocer' with 'saber'

When you know a person or a pet, you must put the little word 'a' right after the verb. For example, 'Conozco a Juan' (I know Juan). But you don't use it for places or things: 'Conozco Madrid'.

The Personal 'a'

'Conozco' is an irregular verb, but only in the 'yo' (I) form of the present tense. Notice the 'zc' combination. This pattern also appears in verbs like 'ofrecer' (ofrezco) and 'traducir' (traduzco).

'Yo' Form Irregularity

Extremely common. One of the first verbs you'll learn and use daily.

Use 'conozco' to show you're familiar with a topic or situation. It's more than just knowing a fact (that's 'sé'). It implies some level of understanding or experience with the subject.

Familiarity vs. Facts

Fairly common in more abstract or formal conversations.

Complete guide to 'conozco' in Spanish. Learn its meaning (to know people/places), see full 'conocer' conjugation tables, and master the crucial difference between 'saber' and 'conocer' with clear examples.

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