How to Say "I don't know" in Hebrew
The most natural way to say "I don't know" in Hebrew is אני לא יודע. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
Other ways to say it
When to use it
You can use this phrase when someone asks you a question and you genuinely do not have the answer. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. It can also be used to express uncertainty about a topic.
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Examples in Hebrew
| Hebrew | English |
|---|---|
| מה השעה? אני לא יודע. | What time is it? I don't know. |
| למה הוא לא בא? אני לא יודע. | Why didn't he come? I don't know. |
The fastest way to remember it
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Frequently asked questions
How do I say 'I don't know' in a more casual way?
You can say 'אין לי מושג' which means 'I have no idea'.
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