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I don't know about that

🇬🇧 UK //aɪ dəʊnt nəʊ əˈbaʊt ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //aɪ doʊnt noʊ əˈbaʊt ðæt//

Meaning of I don't know about that

An expression of doubt or uncertainty regarding a statement or situation.

In simple words: I am not sure about that.

I don't know about that in a sentence

• I don't know about that; it seems a bit risky.
• When she suggested going hiking in the rain, I said, 'I don't know about that.'
• 'I don't know about that' is a polite way to express doubts.
• I don’t know about that; have you considered other options?
• He looked at the proposal and simply said, 'I don't know about that.'

How to use I don't know about that

Used to express uncertainty or hesitation. Appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but may sound informal in very serious discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Imagine someone scratching their head in confusion while saying, 'I don't know about that.'

Related words

Collocations with I don't know about that

• express uncertainty
• show doubt
• ask for clarification

Synonyms for I don't know about that

• I'm unsure about that
• I have doubts about that
• That's questionable
• I'm not certain about that
• That seems unclear

Common mistakes with I don't know about that

• Using it in formal writing where certainty is expected.
• Misplacing the phrase, making it seem like a question.
• Not using it when genuinely unsure.

Frequently asked questions about "I don't know about that"

What does "I don't know about that" mean?

I am not sure about that.

What is the definition of "I don't know about that"?

An expression of doubt or uncertainty regarding a statement or situation.

How do you use "I don't know about that" in a sentence?

I don't know about that; it seems a bit risky.

Can you give another example of "I don't know about that"?

When she suggested going hiking in the rain, I said, 'I don't know about that.'

What are synonyms for "I don't know about that"?

Common alternatives include I'm unsure about that, I have doubts about that, That's questionable, I'm not certain about that, That seems unclear.

What words go with "I don't know about that"?

It commonly pairs with express uncertainty, show doubt, ask for clarification.

What are common mistakes when using "I don't know about that"?

Using it in formal writing where certainty is expected. Misplacing the phrase, making it seem like a question. Not using it when genuinely unsure.

How do you pronounce "I don't know about that"?

US: //aɪ doʊnt noʊ əˈbaʊt ðæt//, UK: //aɪ dəʊnt nəʊ əˈbaʊt ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "I don't know about that"?

Used to express uncertainty or hesitation. Appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but may sound informal in very serious discussions.