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UK//dɪdnt nəʊ//US//dɪdnt noʊ//

Meaning of Didn't know

Indicates a lack of awareness about something.

In simple words: wasn't aware of something

Didn't know in a sentence

  • I didn't know you were coming to the party.
  • She didn't know the answer to the question.
  • They didn't know it was incorrect.
  • He didn't know how to fix the issue.
  • I didn't know you liked that movie!

How to use Didn't know

Commonly used in conversations and writing. Suitable for most situations, but may sound informal in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

didn't know + object

Memory hint

Think of 'didn't' as a contraction of 'did not' - a way of saying you missed something.

Related words

Collocations with Didn't know

  • didn't know better
  • didn't know anything
  • didn't know why

Synonyms for Didn't know

  • was unaware
  • had no knowledge
  • did not realize

Opposites of Didn't know

Common mistakes with Didn't know

  • Confused with 'did knew' instead of 'didn't know'
  • Using it in contexts where knowledge is expected
  • Omitting the subject leading to confusion

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Frequently asked questions about Didn't know

What does Didn't know mean?

wasn't aware of something

What is the definition of Didn't know?

Indicates a lack of awareness about something.

How do you use Didn't know in a sentence?

I didn't know you were coming to the party.

Can you give another example of Didn't know?

She didn't know the answer to the question.

What are synonyms for Didn't know?

Common alternatives include was unaware, had no knowledge, did not realize.

What is the opposite of Didn't know?

Opposite meanings include knew, understood.

What words go with Didn't know?

It commonly pairs with didn't know better, didn't know anything, didn't know why.

What are common mistakes when using Didn't know?

Confused with 'did knew' instead of 'didn't know' Using it in contexts where knowledge is expected Omitting the subject leading to confusion

How do you pronounce Didn't know?

US: //dɪdnt noʊ//, UK: //dɪdnt nəʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Didn't know?

Commonly used in conversations and writing. Suitable for most situations, but may sound informal in very formal contexts.