Know-Meet | Commonly Confused Words

Know

/nəʊ/

To have information or understanding about something

He knows everything about animals.She knew now that he meant to speak.I should have known better, should have been more careful.

/miːt/

To come together or encounter someone, often by arrangement or chance

'I met Mr. Ackroyd.'Mother, look forward to our meeting again someday!I trust that meets with your approval, sir?'

Know refers to being aware or familiar with something or someone through personal experience or information.
Meet involves coming into physical or face-to-face presence with someone for the first time or someone you already know.
Meet implies an event or action, whereas know suggests a state of awareness or understanding.
You can meet someone even if you dont already know' them.
If you meet someone often, you will eventually know them better.