Persian · Common Verbs
dānestan
To know (facts)
To know information; midānam — I know.
جوابش را نمیدانم.
I don't know the answer.
The verb 'دانستن' (dānestan) comes from the Middle Persian term 'dānīdan,' which means 'to know.' This term has preserved its meaning and form throughout its evolution in the Persian language.
This verb is commonly used in spoken and written Persian and is applicable in both formal and informal registers. It spans various regions where Persian is spoken.