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Common collocations with knowledge in American Collocation

knowledge noun

US /ˈnɑlɪdʒ/

when someone knows a lot

detailed
encyclopaedic
extensive
good
in-depth
intimate
sound
thorough
unrivalled
vast

The exhibition was greatly facilitated by Rosenthal’s encyclopaedic knowledge of current British art.

basic

basic
limited
superficial

He had a basic knowledge of French.

knowing the most recent facts

up-to-date

They need to be good communicators and have up-to-date knowledge of the legal requirements.

gained through doing or hearing something yourself

direct
first-hand

The students on work experience will gain first-hand knowledge about the police.

given by someone who knows a lot

expert
inside
specialist

Health and safety advisers offer expert knowledge and skills in order to generate and promote a positive health and safety culture.

types of knowledge

factual
local
mathematical
medical
practical
professional
scientific
technical
theoretical

We live on site and can help with any enquiries and share our local knowledge with you.

I didn’t have enough medical knowledge to know what was wrong with him.

what has happened in the past

background

The studies can be challenging and can require more background knowledge about the subject.

have knowledge

have
possess

All our drivers are familiar with the handling and controls of the vehicles and possess a good knowledge of mechanics should this be needed.

not have knowledge

lack

Some of the staff lacked appropriate knowledge of the patients’ specific care needs.

get knowledge

accumulate
acquire
gain
glean

You will gain practical knowledge of all aspects of the job as well as recognised qualifications.

improve knowledge

advance
broaden
build on
deepen
develop
enhance
expand
extend
further
improve
increase
widen

I hope to further my knowledge of languages by studying Spanish at university.

use knowledge

apply
draw on
use

We apply our practical knowledge of what actually works in this field, to make your adverts stand out from the crowd.

share knowledge

disseminate
impart
pass on
share

Workers in both organizations had established practices for sharing knowledge which were informal and unstructured.

test knowledge

test

Children can take part in a quiz that will test their wildlife knowledge.

show knowledge

demonstrate
show

All applicants will be required to demonstrate knowledge of legal requirements.

ability
confidence
experience
expertise
insight
skills
understanding

The social work department provides ongoing support and training to help carers develop their knowledge and skills.