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UK//wɪˈðaʊt miː ˈnəʊɪŋ əˈbaʊt ɪt fɜːst//US//wɪˈðaʊt mi ˈnoʊɪŋ əˈbaʊt ɪt fɜrst//

Meaning of Without me knowing about it first

Not being informed or aware about something prior to it happening.

In simple words: Not being aware of something beforehand.

Without me knowing about it first in a sentence

  • She made plans without me knowing about it first, which surprised me.
  • Finding out the news without me knowing about it first was shocking.
  • He had applied for a job without me knowing about it first and got hired.
  • I was upset that the decision was made without me knowing about it first.

How to use Without me knowing about it first

Use this phrase when expressing surprise or lack of prior knowledge about an event. It's suitable for conversational English but can also be used in writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of someone finding out a secret surprise without any prior hints.

Related words

Collocations with Without me knowing about it first

  • do something without me knowing
  • keep a secret without me knowing
  • act without me knowing

Synonyms for Without me knowing about it first

  • unbeknownst to me
  • without my knowledge
  • without my awareness
  • unexpectedly
  • secretly

Common mistakes with Without me knowing about it first

  • Omitting 'me' and saying 'Without knowing about it first.'
  • Using in overly formal contexts.
  • Misplacing it in a sentence causing confusion.

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Frequently asked questions about Without me knowing about it first

What does Without me knowing about it first mean?

Not being aware of something beforehand.

What is the definition of Without me knowing about it first?

Not being informed or aware about something prior to it happening.

How do you use Without me knowing about it first in a sentence?

She made plans without me knowing about it first, which surprised me.

Can you give another example of Without me knowing about it first?

Finding out the news without me knowing about it first was shocking.

What are synonyms for Without me knowing about it first?

Common alternatives include unbeknownst to me, without my knowledge, without my awareness, unexpectedly, secretly.

What words go with Without me knowing about it first?

It commonly pairs with do something without me knowing, keep a secret without me knowing, act without me knowing.

What are common mistakes when using Without me knowing about it first?

Omitting 'me' and saying 'Without knowing about it first.' Using in overly formal contexts. Misplacing it in a sentence causing confusion.

How do you pronounce Without me knowing about it first?

US: //wɪˈðaʊt mi ˈnoʊɪŋ əˈbaʊt ɪt fɜrst//, UK: //wɪˈðaʊt miː ˈnəʊɪŋ əˈbaʊt ɪt fɜːst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Without me knowing about it first?

Use this phrase when expressing surprise or lack of prior knowledge about an event. It's suitable for conversational English but can also be used in writing.