🇵🇰 Urdu phrases

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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
مجھے نہیں معلوم
"I don't know" in Urdu · say it like mujhe nahin maaloom

The most natural way to say "I don't know" in Urdu is مجھے نہیں معلوم. 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

نہیں پتہ
more casual, often used in spoken language
مجھے علم نہیں
more formal, suitable for written contexts

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you genuinely do not have the information someone is asking for. It is appropriate in both casual and formal conversations. It helps to express uncertainty or lack of knowledge politely.

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Examples in Urdu

UrduEnglish
آپ کا دوست کہاں ہے؟ مجھے نہیں معلوم۔Where is your friend? I don't know.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'مجھے نہیں پتہ', which is more casual.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear مجھے نہیں معلوم, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Urdu with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal email?

Yes, it is appropriate to use in formal emails when you need to express lack of knowledge.

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