Knowing how to ride a bicycle is one form of non-propositional knowledge.

The knowledge you can’t say

Explicit knowledge fits books and lectures. Tacit knowledge—like recognizing a face or a master’s craft—resists words. Call it tacit knowledge.

Tacit vs Explicit Knowledge: The Hidden Know-How

An experienced craftsman teaches a young apprentice in an industrial workshop setting.

How we get it

Tacit skill grows through first-hand practice. Explicit knowledge spreads through clear explanations and shared media.

Tacit vs Explicit Knowledge: The Hidden Know-How

DeepSwipeHomeApp StoreGoogle Play