dunno
Translation
don't know
Examples
"Where is he?" "Dunno."
"Where is he?" "Don't know."
I dunno what to do.
I don't know what to do.
Grammar Patterns
((as a response)) to mean 'I don't know' "Where are my keys?" "Dunno."
((+ question word clause)) to state lack of knowledge I dunno what time it is.
Similar Words
Synonyms: I don't know, I have no idea; Antonyms: I know
Etymology
A contraction representing the slurred pronunciation of 'don't know'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone shrugging their shoulders and saying 'don't know' very quickly.