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I am unsure. vs I don't know.

Both "I am unsure." and "I don't know." are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. "I am unsure." is used when you are uncertain about something, while "I don't know." is used when you have no knowledge or information about a particular topic.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 2859 views

I am unsure.

This phrase is correct and commonly used when expressing uncertainty about something.

This phrase is used when you are not certain about a particular situation, decision, or answer.

Examples:

  • I am unsure about which movie to watch tonight.
  • She is unsure if she can attend the meeting tomorrow.
  • He is unsure of the correct path to take.
  • Are you unsure about your career choice?
  • The teacher is unsure about the exam date.

Alternatives:

  • I am not certain.
  • I am not sure.
  • I am hesitant.
  • I am indecisive.
  • I am wavering.

I don't know.

This phrase is correct and commonly used when admitting a lack of knowledge or information about something.

This phrase is used when you have no information or answer to a question or situation.

Examples:

  • I don't know the answer to that question.
  • She doesn't know where her keys are.
  • He doesn't know how to fix the problem.
  • Do you know where the nearest gas station is? - I don't know.
  • I don't know what to do in this situation.
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  • Feb 6, 2015 ... I don't know what I just saw! Or who funded it! Or what channel I'm on! Or what app I'm using! Or what this boxy thing is! Why does the box ...
  • And though it feels tempting, avoid saying “I don't know.” What feels like a conclusive statement to you actually sounds like ellipses to your team. It leaves them ...
  • Feb 16, 2015 ... And though it feels tempting, avoid saying “I don't know.” What feels like a conclusive statement to you actually sounds like ellipses to your team ...

Alternatives:

  • I have no idea.
  • I'm clueless.
  • I'm not informed.
  • I'm unaware.
  • I'm ignorant.

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