How to Say "I don't know" in Lao
The most natural way to say "I don't know" in Lao is ຂໍອະໄພ. 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 formal and informal situations. It's polite to use when someone expects you to know something but you do not.
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Examples in Lao
| Lao | English |
|---|---|
| ຂໍອະໄພ, ຂໍແຈ້ງບໍ່ໄດ້. | I don't know, please explain. |
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Frequently asked questions
When should I use 'ຂໍອະໄພ'?
Use it when you want to express that you do not have the answer to a question.
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