Your guess is as good as mine

Meaning

The idiom "your guess is as good as mine" means that nobody knows something or nobody can predict the outcome of a situation. It's a way to express uncertainty and acknowledge that there is no definitive answer to a question or problem.

Usage

• "I have no idea what the weather will be like today, your guess is as good as mine."
• "The company hasn't announced any new products yet, so your guess is as good as mine when it comes to their plans."
• "The future of this country is uncertain, and your guess is as good as mine about what will happen next."
• "We don't know who will win the game tonight, it could go either way."
• "I have no idea how long this meeting will last, but I'm sure we'll be here for a while."

Roots and History

The origin of this idiom can be traced back to the 19th century in English literature. In John Milton's poem "Paradise Lost," he wrote, "My knowledge is as limited as thine own; / Nor can my guess better than thine be." This phrase later evolved into "your guess is as good as mine" and has been used in various contexts ever since. The idiom has remained relatively consistent over time, but its usage may vary depending on the situation or culture.

Synonyms in English

• "I have no clue."
• "It's anyone's guess."
• "There's no telling."
• "The future is uncertain."
• "We don't know what will happen next."

Synonyms in other languages

• Spanish - No sabes nada.
• French - Je ne sais quoi.
• Italian - Non saprei niente.
• German - Ich weiß nichts.
• Portuguese - Não sei nada.

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