know vs know of

Both "know" and "know of" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Know" is used when you have personal knowledge or experience with someone or something, while "know of" is used when you are aware of someone or something but may not have personal experience or knowledge about them.

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know

This is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "know" when you have personal knowledge or experience with someone or something. For example, "I know him well."

Examples:

I know the answer.
Do you know her?
He knows how to play the guitar.
She knows the way to the park.
We know the rules of the game.

Alternatives:

be familiar with
be aware of
be acquainted with
have knowledge of

know of

This is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "know of" when you are aware of someone or something but may not have personal experience or knowledge about them. For example, "I know of his work, but I've never met him."

Examples:

I know of a good restaurant nearby.
She knows of the new policy at work.
Do you know of any good books on the subject?
He knows of the company's plans for expansion.
We know of their reputation for quality.

Alternatives:

be aware of
have heard of
be familiar with the existence of
be informed about

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