B1nouneducation
US/ˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/
UK/ˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/
information, facts and understanding that you get from learning or experience
In context
You need a basic knowledge of Excel for this office job.
Reading the news every day helps me improve my general knowledge.
To my knowledge, the meeting has not been cancelled yet.
Words that go with knowledge
noun + preposition
- knowledge ofHe has an excellent knowledge of Vietnamese history.
adjective + noun
- basic knowledgeA basic knowledge of coding is useful in many jobs.
- general knowledgeThe quiz tests your general knowledge.
- in-depth knowledgeThe job requires in-depth knowledge of tax law.
verb + noun
- gain knowledgeStudents gain knowledge faster when they teach each other.
- share knowledgeSenior staff are encouraged to share their knowledge with new employees.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I want to improve my knowledges about economics.Correct: I want to improve my knowledge of economics.