This is the 215th most frequent Norwegian word.
kjente
"Kjente" means "knew" or "felt," depending on context.
In this sentence, 'kjente' is used in the sense of perceiving or sensing something.
Han kjente en svak lukt av blomster i hagen.
He sensed a faint smell of flowers in the garden.
Here, 'kjente' signifies being acquainted with or knowing people.
Hun kjente mange berømte forfattere fra Norge.
She knew many famous authors from Norway.
In this context, 'kjente' is used to describe physically feeling or touching something.