weten
Weten is a Dutch verb meaning "to know" in the sense of having knowledge, information, or awareness. It is used for factual knowledge, knowing how to do something, or being aware of a situation. It contrasts with kennen, which expresses familiarity or acquaintance with people, places, or things rather than factual knowledge.
Conjugation and core forms: In the present tense the forms are ik weet, jij weet, hij weet,
Usage notes: Weten is used with facts, information, or knowledge that can be verified, such as "Ik
Etymology and cognates: Weten comes from Proto-Germanic *witaną and is cognate with German wissen and the English