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How to Say "I don't know" in Polish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Nie wiem
"I don't know" in Polish 路 say it like nyeh vyem

The most natural way to say "I don't know" in Polish is Nie wiem. 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

Nie mam poj臋cia
Used when expressing a lack of understanding or knowledge
Nie jestem pewien/pewna
Used when expressing uncertainty, with gender distinction

When to use it

You can use 'Nie wiem' in casual conversations when you genuinely don't have the answer to a question. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings. If someone asks you something and you are unsure, this phrase is a polite way to respond.

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Examples in Polish

PolishEnglish
Nie wiem, gdzie jest najbli偶szy sklep.I don't know where the nearest store is.
Nie wiem, co o tym my艣le膰.I don't know what to think about it.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'Nie wiem' in overly formal situations where a more specific answer is expected.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Nie wiem'?

Use 'Nie wiem' when you want to express that you do not have information or an answer.

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