Have no idea

phrase

Not know anything about something or be unable to guess.

I have no idea where I left my keys.
Visual representation of "have no idea" - Not know anything about something or be unable to guess

Often appears as...

  • have no idea (where
  • what
phrase

Used to emphasize that someone does not know something.

I have no idea how much it might cost.
Visual representation of "have no idea" - Used to emphasize that someone does not know something

Often appears as...

  • have no idea (how much
  • how long
phrase

Used to express surprise or disbelief.

You have no idea how much trouble you're in!
Visual representation of "have no idea" - Used to express surprise or disbelief

Often appears as...

  • have no idea (how much trouble
  • how dangerous
phrase

Not know anything about something or be unable to guess.

I have no idea where I left my keys.
Visual representation of "have no idea" - Not know anything about something or be unable to guess

Often appears as...

  • have no idea (where
  • what
phrase

Used to emphasize that someone does not know something.

I have no idea how much it might cost.
Visual representation of "have no idea" - Used to emphasize that someone does not know something

Often appears as...

  • have no idea (how much
  • how long
phrase

Used to express surprise or disbelief.

You have no idea how much trouble you're in!
Visual representation of "have no idea" - Used to express surprise or disbelief

Often appears as...

  • have no idea (how much trouble
  • how dangerous
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "have no idea"
LampPro Tip 1/2

Expressing Ignorance

Use when you truly know nothing about the subject and want to communicate that.

Illustration for Expressing Ignorance
When asked about quantum physics, I said, 'I have no idea.'
LampPro Tip 2/2

Admitting Uncertainty

It suggests that not only do you lack information, but you also cannot make a guess.

Illustration for Admitting Uncertainty
Do you know how the stock market works? I have no idea.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Expressing Ignorance

Use when you truly know nothing about the subject and want to communicate that.

Illustration for Expressing Ignorance
When asked about quantum physics, I said, 'I have no idea.'
LampPro Tip 2/2

Admitting Uncertainty

It suggests that not only do you lack information, but you also cannot make a guess.

Illustration for Admitting Uncertainty
Do you know how the stock market works? I have no idea.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Expressing Ignorance

Use when you truly know nothing about the subject and want to communicate that.

Illustration for Expressing Ignorance
When asked about quantum physics, I said, 'I have no idea.'
LampPro Tip 2/2

Admitting Uncertainty

It suggests that not only do you lack information, but you also cannot make a guess.

Illustration for Admitting Uncertainty
Do you know how the stock market works? I have no idea.
Visual representation of the word "Have no idea"

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