How to Say "I don't know" in Khmer
The most natural way to say "I don't know" in Khmer is ខ្ញុំមិនដឹងទេ. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
Use this phrase when you genuinely do not have the information someone is asking for. It can be used in both casual and formal situations. It's a polite way to express your lack of knowledge about a topic.
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Examples in Khmer
| Khmer | English |
|---|---|
| ខ្ញុំមិនដឹងទេ។ | I don't know. |
| តើអ្នកចង់ដឹងអ្វី? ខ្ញុំមិនដឹងទេ។ | What do you want to know? I don't know. |
The fastest way to remember it
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Frequently asked questions
When should I use this phrase?
You can use it anytime you are unsure about something or lack information.
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