"what do I know" meaning in All languages combined

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Phrase [English]

Audio: En-au-what do I know.ogg
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  1. (rhetorical question) Implies that a statement is based on a guess or assumption rather than on knowledge or evidence. Tags: rhetoric Related terms: how should I know, how would I know, I don't know, I know, know-nothing, IANAL
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