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I have no idea vs I've no idea

Both "I have no idea" and "I've no idea" are correct, but the first one is more commonly used. The contraction "I've" is informal and may be used in casual conversations or informal writing.

Last updated: March 25, 2024

I have no idea

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a common way to express that you do not know or understand something. It is used in both formal and informal contexts.

Examples:

I have no idea what time the meeting starts.
She said she has no idea where her keys are.
Do you have any idea how to fix this?
He claims he has no idea who broke the window.
We have no idea why the power went out.

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The meaning of I HAVE NO IDEA is —use to say that one does not know (something). How to use I have no idea in a sentence.
We have a lot of "I have no idea" recipes in our house, and this one is going to be put in my list of favs! The only thing I ..
Jun 23, 2014 ... The truth is: I have no idea what I am doing. Here's why it works best for me to let go of being an expert.
Suspect: I have no idea what you're talking about. Officer: Thanks, that's all I needed to hear. by YouAndMeInJapan June 29, 2011.
Thomas Merton — 'My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I r...

Alternatives:

I don't know
I'm clueless
I'm in the dark
I'm at a loss
I'm ignorant

I've no idea

This phrase is correct but less common than "I have no idea". It is more informal and may be used in casual settings.

This contraction is a more informal way to express that you do not know or understand something. It is suitable for casual conversations or informal writing.

Examples:

I've no idea where my phone is.
She's said she's no idea what's going on.
I've no idea how to solve this problem.
He's claimed he's no idea who did it.
We've no idea why they canceled the event.

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But what that is I've no idea.
I would, but I've no idea what you want.
I've no idea, never tried it.
I've no idea, I just hope it stays up there.
I've no idea who your Mr. Thornton is.
I've no idea why you come to church.
I've no idea what you're talking about.
Actually I've no idea what it's called.
I've no idea what's causing these problems.
I've no idea how she learned of it.
I've no idea why you're so important.
She's planning something, but I've no idea what.
I've no idea who she saw.
I've no idea who wrote the letter.
I've no idea what that is.
I've no idea how to track the guys down.
I've no idea what age he is now.
I've no idea how he got away.
I've no idea what you said, but I believe we've got him.
I've no idea who this bloke is.

Alternatives:

I don't have any idea
I'm clueless
I'm in the dark
I'm at a loss
I'm ignorant

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