Meaning of the word "you know" in English
What does "you know" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
you know
US /ju noʊ/
UK /juː nəʊ/
Phrase
1.
used to check if the listener understands or agrees with what has been said
Example:
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It was a really difficult situation, you know?
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I'm trying to explain, but it's hard to put into words, you know?
2.
used as a filler or hesitation marker in conversation
Example:
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I was, you know, just walking down the street.
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It's like, you know, a really big problem.