haven't got a clue

INFORMAL
This page is about the conversational phrase haven't got a clue

Meaning

You can say this if you don't know something, or if you don't want to tell someone something.

For example

  • "Is the food any good?"
    "I haven't got a clue. I've never eaten here before."

  • "Where's the money they stole?"
    "Haven't got a clue, mate. I told you already, I don't even know them."

Note:
Also "don't have a clue"

Quick Quiz

"I haven't got a clue" is closest in meaning to

a. "I don't think so."

b. "I have no idea."

c. "I guess not."
a) "I don't think so." b) "I have no idea." c) "I guess not."

Contributor: Matt Errey