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verb · A1 · common

kennen

What does “kennen” mean?

Past: kende – kendenPerfect: heeft gekend

Meaning

English
to know (someone)

Example sentences

  • Ken je mijn broer?Do you know my brother?
  • Ik ken dit woord niet.I don't know this word.
  • Hij kent alle buurtbewoners.He knows all the people in the neighbourhood.

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