conozcas
“conozcas” means “you know” in Spanish (when expressing doubt, desire, or necessity (tú form)).
you know, you meet
Also: you be acquainted with
📝 In Action
Espero que conozcas a gente nueva en la fiesta.
B1I hope that you meet new people at the party.
Dudo que conozcas la respuesta correcta.
B2I doubt that you know the correct answer.
Necesito que tú conozcas bien el camino antes de ir.
B1I need you to know the route well before going.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: conozcas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'conozcas'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin verb *cognōscere*, meaning 'to know, to get to know, to investigate.' The 'z' sound developed in Spanish over centuries, distinguishing it from simple verbs like 'comer'.
First recorded: Old Spanish (around the 13th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'conozcas' have a 'z' when the infinitive 'conocer' doesn't?
This is a common irregularity in Spanish verbs like 'conocer.' The 'z' appears in the 'yo' form of the present tense ('yo conozco') to maintain the correct sound. This irregular 'z' then carries over into all forms of the present subjunctive, including 'conozcas'.
When do I use 'conozcas' instead of 'conoces'?
'Conoces' is the normal present tense (used for facts and certainties: 'You know him'). 'Conozcas' is the special verb form (subjunctive) used when the sentence expresses a wish, doubt, emotion, or command directed at 'you,' usually following another verb like 'I hope that...' or 'It is necessary that...'