conocimiento
/konoθiˈmjento/masculine
The English word knowledge is translated into Spanish as conocimiento. If unsure, use conocimiento. Wiktionary also lists conocencia.
Meaning: total of what is known, product of learning (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| conocimiento | /konoθiˈmjento/ /konosiˈmjento/ |
masculine |
| conocencia | /konoˈθenθja/ /konoˈsensja/ |
feminine |
conocimiento refers to the total of what is known, product of learning.
How does it change in a sentence?
conocimiento is a masculine noun and requires masculine articles such as el or un. While conocimiento is used for the abstract concept of knowledge, the plural form conocimientos is frequently used to refer to a person's specific skills, expertise or acquired information.
How do you pronounce it?
/konoθiˈmjento/
What mistakes should you avoid?
The form conocencia is a common mistake and is not a valid word in standard Spanish. The correct noun is conocimiento.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, losing consciousness is described as perder el conocimiento, using the same word for 'knowledge' as for 'awareness'.
- While conocimiento means 'knowledge', the verb it comes from, conocer, is used instead of saber when talking about knowing a person, a place or a work of art.
- While English uses 'knowledge' for almost any information, in Spanish, you might use sabiduría if you are referring specifically to 'wisdom' or deep, philosophical insight.
Examples in context
- Tom negó todo conocimiento sobre eso.Tom denied any knowledge of that.This sentence shows how to use conocimiento to express denial of information.Tatoeba #4631655 by AucaCoyan, translation #4630514 by Amastan
- Amplío mi conocimiento leyendo libros.I expand my knowledge by reading books.This sentence demonstrates using conocimiento in the context of expanding what one knows.Tatoeba #10079052 by manufrutos, translation #10016430 by AlanF_US
- El hombre era una fuente de conocimientos.The man was a fountain of knowledge.This sentence shows conocimiento used to describe a person as a source of information.Tatoeba #4571214 by DarkHollow, translation #45281 by CM
- Él tiene un gran saber sobre historia del arte.He has a great knowledge of art history.
- El libro proporciona un amplio conocimiento sobre física cuántica.The book provides extensive knowledge about quantum physics.
- Mi conocimiento de mercadotecnia me ha ayudado en mi carrera.My knowledge of marketing has helped me in my career.
- ¿Sabes cómo se juega al ajedrez?Do you know how to play chess?
- El anciano posee una gran sabiduría sobre la vida.The old man has great wisdom about life.
- Tengo amplios conocimientos de informática.I have extensive knowledge of computer science.
- Los conocimientos técnicos son esenciales en el campo de la ingeniería.Technical knowledge is essential in the field of engineering.
- 84 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are discussing a professional training course.
- DanielQuiero mejorar mi conocimiento sobre marketing digital.I want to improve my knowledge of digital marketing.
- SofíaEse curso es perfecto para ti, Daniel.That course is perfect for you, Daniel.
- DanielTengo poco conocimiento técnico en el área.I have little technical knowledge in the area.
- SofíaNo te preocupes, Sofía te ayudará a aprender.Don't worry, Sofía will help you learn.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “knowledge” translations and entries conocimiento, conocencia, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
