Pronunciation: /ˈnoʊɪŋ/
noun the state of being aware or informed
A1 Knowing is half the battle.
A2 I have a basic knowing of how to use a computer.
B1 Her knowing of the subject was impressive.
B2 The detective's knowing of the case led to a breakthrough.
C1 His knowing of multiple languages is a valuable skill.
C2 The professor's deep knowing of the topic was evident in his lecture.
verb present participle of the verb 'know', indicating the action of having knowledge or understanding
A1 She enjoys knowing new words in English.
A2 I am learning Spanish and slowly knowing more about the culture.
B1 Knowing how to cook is an important skill for independent living.
B2 After studying abroad, she came back knowing more about different customs.
C1 Knowing multiple languages fluently can open up many career opportunities.
C2 The detective solved the case by knowing the suspect's whereabouts.
formal Knowing the importance of time management, she made sure to plan her day efficiently.
informal I don't mind not knowing all the details, as long as I have a general idea of what's going on.
slang I'm just winging it, not really knowing what I'm doing.
figurative He navigated through the stormy seas of life, knowing that calmer waters were ahead.
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