Hear of

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verb

To know about or be acquainted with something or someone.

Have you heard of that new movie?
Visual representation of "hear of" - To know about or be acquainted with something or someone

Often appears as...

  • heard of him
  • heard of it
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General Awareness

Used when someone might know about a person or thing, but not in detail.

Illustration for General Awareness
Jenny might have heard of quantum physics, but she can't explain it.
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Cultural Knowledge

Often used to reference popular culture or current events.

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Have you heard of the latest diet trend?
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Indirect Experience

Implies knowledge without personal experience or encounter.

Illustration for Indirect Experience
She's heard of the author, but never read her books.
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