뜻
Used to express complete lack of knowledge about something.
문화적 배경
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.
Add 'I'm afraid'
Adding 'I'm afraid' makes it sound more polite.
뜻
Used to express complete lack of knowledge about something.
Add 'I'm afraid'
Adding 'I'm afraid' makes it sound more polite.
셀프 테스트
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'.
🎉 점수: /1
연습 문제 은행
1 연습 문제A: Do you know where the keys are? B: _____, I haven't seen them.
The correct phrase is 'I have no idea'.
🎉 점수: /1
자주 묻는 질문
1 질문No, it is neutral.
관련 표현
I haven't a clue
synonymI don't know.
