How to Say ‘I do not know’ in Spain Spanish
No lo sé
💬 Usage Tip: Use this phrase when unsure or confused.
🇪🇸 In Spain: In Spain, it's perfectly fine to admit when you don't know something.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
No
[noh]
I don't know
Expression used when you don't have the information or answer.
No lo sé, alguien más podrá ayudar.
I don't know, someone else might be able to help.
lo
[loh]
it
Direct object pronoun used to indicate possession of something non-specified.
¿Tienes el libro? No, no lo tengo.
Do you have the book? No, I don't have it.
sé
[seh]
know
To be aware of certain information or facts.
Yo sé que necesitas ayuda, pero no sé cómo.
I know you need help, but I don't know how.
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