Unaware Meaning in English
word
/ˌənəˈwɛɹ/
uhn-uh-WAIR
/ˌʌnəwˈeə/
uhn-uh-WAIR
Definition
Not knowing about something or not noticing it; not conscious or aware of what is happening.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used for people who are not conscious of facts, dangers, or feelings. Common with prepositions: 'unaware of' (something), 'be unaware that' (clause). More formal than 'don't know'; neutral register.
Spanish: inconsciente - ignorantePortuguese (BR): inconsciente - desinformadoPortuguese (PT): inconsciente - desinformadoChinese (Simplified): 不知道 - 未察觉Chinese (Traditional): 不知道 - 未察覺Hindi: अन्जानArabic: غير واعٍ - غير مدركBengali: অবিচিত্র - অজ্ঞRussian: не осведомлён - не знающийJapanese: 気づいていない - 無自覚Vietnamese: không biết - không nhận thứcKorean: 모르는 - 인지하지 못하는Turkish: habersiz - farkında olmayanUrdu: بے خبر - لاعلمIndonesian: tidak menyadari - tidak tahu
Example Sentences
He was unaware of the danger in the road.
basic
She was unaware that her phone was ringing.
basic
The child is unaware of the time.
basic
I was unaware they had already left the party.
natural
Many people are unaware of how much sugar is in their food.
natural
You seemed completely unaware during the whole meeting.
natural