To know means to have information stored in your mind or to become aware of a new fact.
Palavra em 30 segundos
- To possess information or awareness about something.
- Used to indicate the initial discovery of a fact.
- Commonly used in the state form 'shitteiru'.
概要
「知る」は日本語の動詞の中で最も基本的かつ重要な語の一つです。ある物事の存在や内容を頭に入れている状態、あるいは初めてその事実に出会うプロセスを指します。日常会話からビジネスまで幅広く使われます。
使用パターン
基本的な形は「〜を知る」です。名詞（人、場所、事実）を目的語にとり、助詞「を」を使います。「私は彼を知っています」のように、状態を表す場合は「知っている」という進行形に近い形で使われることが一般的です。
類似語との比較
「わかる」と混同しやすいですが、「知る」は「情報を持っているか」という客観的な事実（Yes/No）に重点を置き、「わかる」は「理解しているか」「納得しているか」という認識の深さに重点を置きます。
Exemplos
私は彼の名前を知っています。
everydayI know his name.
その件については存じ上げております。
formalI am aware of that matter.
昨日、その事実を知った。
informalI found out that fact yesterday.
この理論を知ることは重要です。
academicIt is important to know this theory.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
知る由もない
have no way of knowing
知る人ぞ知る
known only to those in the know
よく知っている
to know well
Frequentemente confundido com
Wakaru implies comprehension or grasping the meaning of something. Shiru is strictly about information possession.
Padrões gramaticais
How to Use It
Notas de uso
The verb 'shiru' is almost exclusively used in the te-form 'shitteiru' when discussing states of knowledge. Using the plain dictionary form 'shiru' often suggests the exact moment of acquiring new information. In formal business Japanese, 'zonjiru' is used instead to show modesty.
Erros comuns
Beginners often use 'shiru' when they should use 'wakaru'. Remember that 'shiru' is for data/facts, while 'wakaru' is for understanding/comprehension. Also, avoid saying 'shiru-imasu', as the correct conjugation is 'shitteimasu'.
Tips
Use Shitteiru for states
In Japanese, we almost always use 'shitteiru' to express that we know something. Using just 'shiru' often implies the moment of finding out.
Avoid direct translation of know
Be careful when you mean 'understand'. Use 'wakaru' instead of 'shiru' if you mean you comprehend the logic of something.
Politeness levels
In formal settings, you might use 'zonjite orimasu' instead of 'shitteimasu'. This is the humble form of knowing.
Origem da palavra
Derived from ancient Japanese 'shiru', originally meaning to manage or govern, later evolving to mean having knowledge of something. It is deeply rooted in the concept of recognizing one's domain.
Contexto cultural
Knowing something is often linked to social connection in Japan. To say you 'know' someone implies a level of established relationship.
Dica de memorização
Think of 'shiru' as 'she knows' (sounds similar). It helps to remember that it is about possessing information.
Perguntas frequentes
3 perguntas「知る」は情報を持っているかどうかという事実を指します。「わかる」は、その内容を理解したり、論理的に把握したりするプロセスを指します。
「知っています」は肯定的な状態を表し、「知っていますか」は相手に知識の有無を尋ねる質問になります。どちらも「知る」の継続状態を表す形です。
「知った」と言うと、その瞬間に新しい情報を得たという「発見」のニュアンスが強くなります。状態として過去を知っていると言いたい場合は「知っていました」を使います。
Teste-se
私は彼をよく___。
人物との関係性や状態を表すときは「知っている」という形を使います。
Pontuação: /1
Summary
To know means to have information stored in your mind or to become aware of a new fact.
- To possess information or awareness about something.
- Used to indicate the initial discovery of a fact.
- Commonly used in the state form 'shitteiru'.
Use Shitteiru for states
In Japanese, we almost always use 'shitteiru' to express that we know something. Using just 'shiru' often implies the moment of finding out.
Avoid direct translation of know
Be careful when you mean 'understand'. Use 'wakaru' instead of 'shiru' if you mean you comprehend the logic of something.
Politeness levels
In formal settings, you might use 'zonjite orimasu' instead of 'shitteimasu'. This is the humble form of knowing.
Exemplos
4 de 4私は彼の名前を知っています。
I know his name.
その件については存じ上げております。
I am aware of that matter.
昨日、その事実を知った。
I found out that fact yesterday.
この理論を知ることは重要です。
It is important to know this theory.
Related Content
Esta palavra em outros idiomas
Vocabulário relacionado
Mais palavras de general
能力
A1Nouryoku refers to the mental or physical power, skill, or capacity required to perform a specific task or function. It can describe both innate talent and skills acquired through learning and practice.
異常
A1A word used to describe something that deviates from the normal state, standard, or expected pattern. It often implies a problem, malfunction, or an extraordinary occurrence that requires attention or investigation.
～について
A2About, concerning; indicates topic.
〜について
B1About, concerning; on the subject of.
～ぐらい
A2about, approximately
ぐらい
A2About; approximately; to the extent of.
ごろ
A2About, approximately (time).
うえ
A2At a higher position than.
絶対
B1Absolutely; definitely; never.
絶対に
B1Absolutely; definitely.
