The phrase "was aware of" is spelled using the IPA phonetic transcription as /wɑz əˈwɛr ʌv/. The "w" at the beginning is pronounced like the "w" in "water" and the "a" sound is like the "a" in "father". The "z" is a voiced consonant pronounced with a buzzing sound, and the "ə" is the schwa sound like in the word "about". The "wɛr" sounds like "were", and the "ʌv" is pronounced like "of". Overall, "was aware of" is pronounced like "wuz uh-wair uhv" using plain English words.
"Was aware of" is a phrase used to describe the state of having knowledge or understanding about something. It refers to the understanding or recognition of a particular fact, situation, or occurrence. When someone says they "were aware of" something, it means that they knew about it, were conscious of it, or recognized its existence.
The phrase implies a level of consciousness or mindfulness about a specific subject matter. It suggests that the person had active knowledge or understanding, rather than just passive exposure or vague information. It may also imply a sense of being informed or having obtained knowledge about a particular situation or event.
In practical terms, being aware of something involves having mental awareness or realization. It could involve knowledge gained from personal experience, active observation, or being informed by others. Awareness can be broad or specific, encompassing a wide range of topics or focusing on one particular area.
Being aware of something does not necessarily imply that the person has taken any action or made a judgment about it. It simply means that they possess cognizance or familiarity with the subject matter.