English–German

“knowledge” in German

German

AlsoKenntnis

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvɪsn̩/

Example

Ich habe viel Wissen über Geschichte.

I have extensive knowledge of history.

Illustration for Wissen (knowledge)

How to say “knowledge” in German

“Knowledge” in German is Wissen.

A web of learned facts and insights available for thought and use.

Full entry for Wissen: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Wissen

Ich möchte mein Wissen erweitern.

I would like to expand my knowledge.

Tips for using Wissen

  • The noun Wissen concerns knowledge, while wissen is the verb for knowing facts and kennen is used for familiarity with people, places, or things.

Other German words for “knowledge”

Sie verbessert ihre Kenntnisse durch Übung.

She improves her knowledge through practice.

“knowledge” in other languages