conocerle
“conocerle” means “to know him” in Spanish (to be acquainted with a male person).
to know him, to meet himAlso: to know you (formal)
📝 In Action
Queremos conocerle antes de firmar el contrato.
B1We want to meet him before signing the contract.
Es un honor conocerle, señor García.
A2It is an honor to meet you, Mr. García.
Si llegas a conocerle, dile que me llame.
B2If you manage to meet him, tell him to call me.
Word Connections
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Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: conocerle
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Which sentence correctly uses 'conocerle'?
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📚 Etymology
Formed by combining the verb 'conocer' (to know) and the object pronoun 'le'. The verb 'conocer' comes from the Latin verb *cognoscere*, meaning 'to know, understand, or investigate,' highlighting the root idea of gaining information.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'conocerle' and 'conocerlo'?
Both mean 'to know him' (or 'it' for 'conocerlo'). 'Conocerlo' uses the standard direct object pronoun 'lo.' 'Conocerle' uses the indirect object pronoun 'le' as a direct object when referring to a male person, a practice called 'leísmo' that is very common and accepted, especially in Spain.
How does 'conocer' differ from 'saber'?
'Conocer' means to be acquainted with a person, place, or thing (like 'Do you know Paris?'). 'Saber' means to know a fact, piece of information, or how to do something (like 'Do you know how to swim?').