Not know any better

Pro Tip 1/3

Context Clues

Look for context clues that indicate innocence or unfamiliarity with norms.

She walked into the men's room by mistake; she didn't know any better.

Pro Tip 2/3

Age Implications

Often used for children or young people who are still learning social rules.

The toddler grabbed the dog's tail—he doesn't know any better.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not Ignorance

It implies a lack of knowledge, not the unwillingness to learn or understand.

He interrupted the meeting, not knowing any better about the protocol.