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承知

Consent


Meaning

Consent, Know, Aware

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

You consent and know everything that's going on. You consent and know about all this. You're aware of it.


Reading

しょうち

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.


Context

Context Sentences

無理を承知でお願いしています。

I know it's unreasonable, but I'm still asking you.

この事件に関してはみなさまよくご承知のこととは思いますが、もう一度説明させていただきます。

I am sure you are all well aware of this incident, but let me explain again.

わしの娘がお前と結婚することは承知できん。

I can’t consent to your marrying my daughter.


Kanji Composition