no idea

The phrase "no idea" is commonly used to express a complete lack of knowledge or understanding about something.

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Definition

A2General

(informal)Used to indicate that one does not know or understand something.

Example

  • I have no idea where my keys are.
  • She had no idea what he was talking about.

B1Emphasis

(informal)Used to stress that someone is unaware of the extent or intensity of something.

Example

  • You have no idea how hard this test was.
  • They have no idea what it's like to live in a big city.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "no idea":

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