Idiom idiom
know how to do sth
Meaning
To have the skill or knowledge needed to do something. You use this when you have learned an ability and can now perform it.
Examples
“I know how to bake bread.”
“Since you know how to do the laundry, please help me with these clothes.”
“After years of dedicated practice, she finally knows how to play the piano with true emotion.”
Last updated April 22, 2026