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"I can" is a form of "I can", a phrase which is often translated as "puedo". "I know" is a form of "I know", a phrase which is often translated as "sé". Learn more about the difference between "I can" and "I know" below.
I can(
ay
 
kahn
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. puedo
I can run five miles before I need to drink some water.Puedo correr cinco millas antes de tener que tomar agua.
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I know(
ay
 
no
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a.
I know English and Spanish, and I want to learn another language.Sé inglés y español, y quiero aprender otro idioma.
a. conozco
I like my town. I know my neighbors, and they're good people.Me gusta mi pueblo. Conozco a mis vecinos, y son buena gente.
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