CEFR C1

intimate knowledge

noun phrase

Meaning

A thorough and detailed understanding of something, often acquired through close study, experience, or personal involvement.

Examples

She has intimate knowledge of the company's financial situation, having worked as an accountant for several years.
His intimate knowledge of the city's streets made him the perfect guide for the tourists.

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intimate knowledge (C1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈɪntɪmət ˈnɒlɪdʒ/

Definition

A thorough and detailed understanding of something, often acquired through close study, experience, or personal involvement.

Examples

She has intimate knowledge of the company's financial situation, having worked as an accountant for several years.
His intimate knowledge of the city's streets made him the perfect guide for the tourists.
The researcher's intimate knowledge of the subject matter allowed her to identify patterns that others had missed.

How to Use intimate knowledge

have intimate knowledge of (phrase): to possess a deep understanding of something — "She has intimate knowledge of the company's financial situation."
gain intimate knowledge of (phrase): to acquire a deep understanding of something — "The researcher gained intimate knowledge of the subject matter through extensive study."

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