All Ears English Podcast AEE 2400: I Have No Clue! How to Say You Don't Know in English
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Apr 30, 2025 Discover how to gracefully express uncertainty in English with practical tips and humorous role-play scenarios. The hosts dive into phrases like 'your guess is as good as mine,' revealing their cultural significance. They share personal anecdotes about navigating confusion while hiking and discuss the importance of acknowledging not knowing in both professional and casual conversations. Emphasizing the value of authentic connections, they also encourage embracing life's uncertainties as a part of the human experience.
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Using "Your Guess is As Good As Mine"
- Use "Your guess is as good as mine" to express mutual ignorance in a light, community-building way.
- Avoid overusing it, especially if you should be knowledgeable, to not appear incompetent.
Say "Beats Me" Casually
- Use "Beats me" as a casual way to say you don't know something.
- It's informal and can sound a bit dated, but still common, especially in older movies.
Use "No Clue" Playfully
- Use "No clue" to say you don't know, especially when you want a playful tone.
- It's been around since at least the 80s and is still popular and cool sounding.