Collocations of ken

knowledge
Frequency: 80 %

His vast knowledge of history impressed the scholars.

understanding
Frequency: 70 %

She showed great understanding of the situation and offered helpful advice.

ken of
Frequency: 60 %

He had a deep ken of the local customs and traditions.

ken in
Frequency: 50 %

She had a keen ken in identifying rare bird species.

ken about
Frequency: 45 %

His ken about ancient civilizations was unmatched.

Idiomatic Expressions for ken

  • Phrase: within one's ken
    Meaning: something that is within someone's understanding or knowledge
    Usage: The topic was within the professor's ken, so he was able to explain it clearly.