Cool MateMeaning of Not a clue
A phrase indicating complete lack of knowledge about something.
In simple words: I don't know anything about it.
Not a clue in a sentence
- I have not a clue where my keys are.
- She asked me about the meeting, but I didn't have a clue.
- He looked at the complex problem and said he was not a clue.
How to use Not a clue
Used in casual conversation to express ignorance about a topic. Not suitable for formal writing.
Grammar pattern
not + a clue + about + object
Memory hint
Think of someone searching for clues like in a detective story but finding none.
Related words
Collocations with Not a clue
- not a clue about
- not a clue how
- not a clue where
Synonyms for Not a clue
- no idea
- clueless
- not sure
- in the dark
Common mistakes with Not a clue
- Confused with 'have a clue' (meaning to know something).
- Incorrectly using in formal contexts.
- Misplacing 'not' (e.g., saying 'have not a clue').
Not a clue appears in
Not a clue in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مش عارف حاجة
مش عارف أي حاجة عن الموضوع ده.
- Bengaliবাংলা
একদম ধারণা নেই
এই ব্যাপারে আমি কিছুই জানি না।
- GermanDeutsch
Keine Ahnung
Ich weiß gar nichts darüber.
- SpanishEspañol
Ni idea
No sé nada de eso.
- Persianفارسی
هیچ ایدهای ندارم
من هیچ چیزی دربارهاش نمیدانم.
- FrenchFrançais
Aucune idée
Je n'en sais absolument rien.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कोई अंदाज़ा नहीं
मुझे इसके बारे में कुछ नहीं पता।
- ItalianItaliano
Non ho idea
Non so niente a riguardo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Não faço ideia
Não sei nada sobre isso.
- RussianРусский
Без понятия
Я ничего об этом не знаю.
- Urduاردو
کچھ پتہ نہیں
مجھے اس کے بارے میں کچھ نہیں معلوم۔
- Chinese中文
不知道
我对此一无所知。
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Frequently asked questions about Not a clue
What does Not a clue mean?
I don't know anything about it.
What is the definition of Not a clue?
A phrase indicating complete lack of knowledge about something.
How do you use Not a clue in a sentence?
I have not a clue where my keys are.
Can you give another example of Not a clue?
She asked me about the meeting, but I didn't have a clue.
What are synonyms for Not a clue?
Common alternatives include no idea, clueless, not sure, in the dark.
What is the opposite of Not a clue?
Opposite meanings include completely sure, certain, fully informed, aware.
What words go with Not a clue?
It commonly pairs with not a clue about, not a clue how, not a clue where.
What are common mistakes when using Not a clue?
Confused with 'have a clue' (meaning to know something). Incorrectly using in formal contexts. Misplacing 'not' (e.g., saying 'have not a clue').
How do you pronounce Not a clue?
US: //nɑt ə klu//, UK: //nɒt ə kluː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Not a clue formal or informal?
"Not a clue" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Not a clue?
Used in casual conversation to express ignorance about a topic. Not suitable for formal writing.