Signification
Used to express complete lack of knowledge about something.
Contexte culturel
Americans value directness. 'I have no idea' is seen as a helpful, honest answer. Brits often use this with a slightly self-deprecating tone. Directly saying 'I have no idea' can be seen as blunt; often softened with 'I'm sorry.' Germans appreciate the efficiency of this phrase in professional settings.
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Adding 'I'm afraid' makes it sound more polite.
Signification
Used to express complete lack of knowledge about something.
Add 'I'm afraid'
Adding 'I'm afraid' makes it sound more polite.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
A: Do you know where the keys are? B: _____, I haven't seen them.
The correct phrase is 'I have no idea'.
🎉 Score : /1
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesA: Do you know where the keys are? B: _____, I haven't seen them.
The correct phrase is 'I have no idea'.
🎉 Score : /1
Questions fréquentes
1 questionsNo, it is neutral.
Expressions liées
I haven't a clue
synonymI don't know.
