Meaning
Expressing complete uncertainty about a particular fact.
Cultural Background
Often used in storytelling to build suspense. Used to avoid giving a direct 'no' or 'I don't know' to superiors. Often shortened to just 'Pata nahi'.
Focus on the subject
Remember that 'कोई' is the subject here, meaning 'anyone' or 'nobody' depending on the negation.
Be humble
Using this phrase shows you are comfortable with not having all the answers.
Meaning
Expressing complete uncertainty about a particular fact.
Focus on the subject
Remember that 'कोई' is the subject here, meaning 'anyone' or 'nobody' depending on the negation.
Be humble
Using this phrase shows you are comfortable with not having all the answers.
Test Yourself
Select the correct way to say 'I don't know'.
Which is correct?
Use 'मुझे नहीं पता' for personal ignorance.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWhich is correct?
Use 'मुझे नहीं पता' for personal ignorance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, use 'मुझे नहीं पता' for yourself.
It is neutral and works everywhere.
Related Phrases
पता नहीं
synonymDon't know
किसी को नहीं पता
similarNobody knows
