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Signification

1. (informal) Expression signifying a pause or hesitation.
2. (informal) Expression used to imply meaning, rather than say it, such as when a person is embarrassed.
3. (informal) Used as a rhetorical question to confirm agreement, knowing or understanding at the end of a statement.
4. (informal) Used to introduce information.
5. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see you, know.

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/juː nəʊ/

Étymologie

First attested as a filled pause in the early 18th century, as a euphemism in the mid-19th century.

Phrases

Did you know that Harry got a new job ?

Saviez-vous que Harry a obtenu un nouvel emploi?

Cause you know how politicians are .

Parce que vous savez à quel point les politiciens sont.