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Mi nuh know

I don't know

Meaning & context

What does “Mi nuh know” mean?

“Mi nuh know” is a useful everyday expression. A natural English equivalent is “I don't know”. Learn it as a complete phrase first, then notice how its parts recur elsewhere.

A direct everyday expression meaning that the speaker does not know.

Jamaican is primarily spoken, so spelling and pronunciation can vary. Context, relationship, and tone are important when interpreting everyday expressions.

Example

“Mi nuh know.”

I don’t know.

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Learning tip

Remember the whole phrase

Connect the expression with a situation rather than memorizing an isolated translation. As you explore more phrases, recurring Jamaican forms become easier to recognize.