Cool MateMeaning of We've got nothing to go on
We have no evidence or information to help us.
In simple words: We have no information or clues.
We've got nothing to go on in a sentence
- After searching for hours, we realized we've got nothing to go on.
- The police stated they've got nothing to go on in this case.
- In our investigation, we've got nothing to go on and need to rethink our strategy.
- The detectives admitted they've got nothing to go on and are seeking new information.
How to use We've got nothing to go on
Use this phrase when discussing situations where there is a lack of evidence or leads. It's appropriate for both spoken and written English, especially in conversations related to investigations or problem-solving.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine a detective searching for clues but only finding empty spaces - 'Nothing to go on.'
Related words
Collocations with We've got nothing to go on
- got nothing
- go on a clue
- go on a lead
Synonyms for We've got nothing to go on
- no leads
- no clues
- no information
- no guidance
- no basis
Common mistakes with We've got nothing to go on
- Omitting 'got' and saying 'We have nothing to go on.'
- Confusing it with similar phrases like 'We've got nowhere to go.'
- Using it in situations where there is some information available.
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We've got nothing to go on in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ما عندنا ما نستند عليه
ما عندنا أي معلومات أو دلائل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমাদের কাছে কিছু নেই
আমাদের কাছে কোনো তথ্য বা সূত্র নেই।
- GermanDeutsch
Wir haben nichts, worauf wir uns stützen können
Wir haben keine Infos oder Anhaltspunkte.
- SpanishEspañol
No tenemos nada en qué basarnos
No tenemos información ni pistas.
- Persianفارسی
هیچ سرنخی نداریم
هیچ اطلاعات یا سرنخی نداریم.
- FrenchFrançais
On n'a rien pour avancer
On n'a aucune info ou aucun indice.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हमारे पास कोई सुराग नहीं है
हमारे पास कोई जानकारी या सुराग नहीं है।
- ItalianItaliano
Non abbiamo niente su cui basarci
Non abbiamo informazioni o indizi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Não temos nada para seguir
Não temos informação ou pistas.
- RussianРусский
У нас нет зацепок
У нас нет никакой информации или подсказок.
- Urduاردو
ہمارے پاس کوئی سراغ نہیں ہے
ہمارے پاس کوئی معلومات یا سراغ نہیں ہے۔
- Chinese中文
We've got nothing to go on
我们没有任何线索。
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Frequently asked questions about We've got nothing to go on
What does We've got nothing to go on mean?
We have no information or clues.
What is the definition of We've got nothing to go on?
We have no evidence or information to help us.
How do you use We've got nothing to go on in a sentence?
After searching for hours, we realized we've got nothing to go on.
Can you give another example of We've got nothing to go on?
The police stated they've got nothing to go on in this case.
What are synonyms for We've got nothing to go on?
Common alternatives include no leads, no clues, no information, no guidance, no basis.
What words go with We've got nothing to go on?
It commonly pairs with got nothing, go on a clue, go on a lead.
What are common mistakes when using We've got nothing to go on?
Omitting 'got' and saying 'We have nothing to go on.' Confusing it with similar phrases like 'We've got nowhere to go.' Using it in situations where there is some information available.
How do you pronounce We've got nothing to go on?
US: //wiːv ɡɑt ˈnʌθɪŋ tə ɡoʊ ɑn//, UK: //wiːv ɡɒt ˈnʌθɪŋ tə ɡəʊ ɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use We've got nothing to go on?
Use this phrase when discussing situations where there is a lack of evidence or leads. It's appropriate for both spoken and written English, especially in conversations related to investigations or problem-solving.