dunno
Americancontraction
Etymology
Origin of dunno
First recorded in 1835–45; a phonetic spelling representing the pronunciation of don't know in continuous rapid speech
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“I dunno, people don’t act like themselves when they’re traumatized,” Nicchi tried.
From Salon ● May 4, 2024
The rest of the world either didn’t participate or spent its social currency on Facebook or Instagram or, I dunno, kickball for grown-ups.
From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2023
“Ah dunno, ’cept yuh never mentioned it befo’, ” Georgia replies.
From New York Times ● Mar. 7, 2023
“I dunno folks, if I was the lead actor in a new $125million movie that I needed people to go see I’d probably refrain from retweeting any conspiracy theories but hey that’s just me.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 1, 2023
“Nah, I was just...I dunno, a little disappointed. That’s all.”
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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