How to Say "I don't understand" in Kannada
The most natural way to say "I don't understand" in Kannada is ನಾನು ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿಲ್ಲ. 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
Use this phrase when you genuinely do not understand something being said. It can be used in both formal and informal settings. It is polite to use this phrase when asking for clarification or help.
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Examples in Kannada
| Kannada | English |
|---|---|
| ನೀವು ಹೇಳಿದ ವಿಷಯವನ್ನು ನಾನು ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿಲ್ಲ | I do not understand the topic you mentioned. |
The fastest way to remember it
Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ನಾನು ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿಲ್ಲ, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Kannada with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.
Frequently asked questions
How can I ask someone to explain something again?
You can say 'ದಯವಿಟ್ಟು ಪುನಃ ವಿವರಿಸಿ' which means 'Please explain again.'
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