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Martina Nocera
Tutor della CommunityBoh!
In Italian, the little word “boh” is incredibly common.
It’s short, expressive, and can mean different things depending on the tone.
Here' how we use it!
- "I don’t know"
This is the main meaning.
Italian: “Quando arriva l’autobus?”
Answer: “Boh!”
English: “When does the bus arrive?” — “I don’t know!”
- “I have no idea / No clue"
Used when you’re totally confused.
Italian: “Perché è chiuso il museo?”
Answer: “Boh, nessuno lo sa.”
English: “Why is the museum closed?” — “No idea, nobody knows.”
- "I don’t care much / It’s same to me"
It depends on the tone of voice.
Italian: “Pizza o pasta per cena?”
Answer: “Boh… come vuoi.”
English: “Pizza or pasta for dinner?” — “I don’t mind… as you like.”
- funny or dramatic use
Italians often use it to be expressive.
Italian: “Perché hai mangiato tre piatti di pasta?”
Answer: “Boh...Mi andava!”
English: “Why did you eat three pasta plates?” — “No idea! I just felt like it!”
- Body language matters!
Italians often say “boh” while lifting their shoulders, or making a “I don’t know” face
Why are you not learning italian yet?...Boh!
26 nov 2025 10:10
Martina Nocera
Competenze linguistiche
Inglese, Tedesco, Greco, Italiano
Lingua di apprendimento
Tedesco
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