The difference between “知道(zhīdào)” and “认识(rènshi)”

Correct Answer: A

In the Chinese language, both “知道(zhīdào)” and “认识(rènshi)” can be used to indicate “to know.” However, they are actually used to express quite different meanings, especially in the two situations below.

Situation 1:

“知道(zhīdào)” someone ≠ “认识(rènshi)” someone

“知道(zhīdào)” someone means that you know of a person, that you are generally aware of his or her name, appearance, status and some other basic details, but you have not met in-person.…