General knowledge:
* Ariyu (അറിയൂ): This is the most common and general way to say "know". It implies understanding or being aware of something.
* Example: "Njan athu ariyu" (ഞാൻ അത് അറിയൂ) - "I know that."
* Theerunnu (തീർന്നു): This translates to "know for sure" or "be certain." It implies a deeper level of understanding than "ariyu".
* Example: "Njan athu theerunnu" (ഞാൻ അത് തീർന്നു) - "I know for sure that."
Specific knowledge or ability:
* Jolikku (ജോലിക്ക്): This translates to "know how to" and is used for specific skills or abilities.
* Example: "Njan kanji jolikku" (ഞാൻ കഞ്ഞി ജോലിക്ക്) - "I know how to make porridge."
* Valare (വലരെ): This translates to "be familiar with" or "know well" and is used when you are knowledgeable about something.
* Example: "Njan Malayalam valare" (ഞാൻ മലയാളം വലരെ) - "I know Malayalam well."
Other variations:
* Thaangikku (തങ്ങിക്കു): This translates to "be familiar with" and is used when you have experience with something.
* Example: "Njan aakaayam thaangikku" (ഞാൻ ആകാശം തങ്ങിക്കു) - "I am familiar with the sky."
* Ariyavum (അറിയവും): This is a more formal way of saying "know."
* Example: "Njan athu ariyavum" (ഞാൻ അത് അറിയവും) - "I know that."
The best word to use depends on the specific situation. It's helpful to consider the context and the level of knowledge you want to convey.