How to Say "they know" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “they know” is “saben” — use 'saben' when they know a fact, information, or how to do something..
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Use 'saben' when they know a fact, information, or how to do something.
Examples
¿Saben dónde está el baño?
Do they know where the bathroom is?
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Use 'conocen' when they are familiar with a person, place, or thing.
Examples
Ellos conocen bien la ciudad de Madrid.
They know the city of Madrid well.
Saber vs. Conocer: The Main Pitfall
The most common mistake is using 'saber' for familiarity, like knowing a person or place. Remember: 'saber' is for facts and information, while 'conocer' is for being acquainted with something or someone.
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