won't be able to tell or won't know?

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won't be able to tell

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when someone is unable to provide information or make a judgment about something. It implies a limitation in the ability to perceive or understand.

Examples:

I won't be able to tell if the cake is good until I taste it.
Due to the poor lighting, I won't be able to tell if the colors match.
She won't be able to tell the difference between the two fabrics.
Without more information, we won't be able to tell what caused the issue.
The witness won't be able to tell who the perpetrator was.

Alternatives:

won't be able to discern
won't be able to distinguish
won't be able to perceive
won't be able to identify
won't be able to make out

won't know

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

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This phrase is used when someone lacks knowledge or awareness about a particular subject or situation. It indicates a lack of information or understanding.

Examples:

I won't know the answer until I check the book.
She won't know if the event is happening unless she receives an invitation.
He won't know the truth until he hears both sides of the story.
We won't know the outcome until the results are announced.
They won't know the details until the meeting is held.

Alternatives:

won't be aware of
won't be informed about
won't be acquainted with
won't be familiar with
won't have knowledge of

Both "won't be able to tell" and "won't know" are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Won't be able to tell" implies a lack of ability to provide information or make a judgment, while "won't know" simply indicates a lack of knowledge or awareness.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

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