inte ha en aning
Meaning: To have no idea or understanding whatsoever about something.
Language: Swedish
Literally: not have a notion
Category: Daily Life
Origin: A straightforward image of mental blankness—the absence of even a single notion or thought on a subject.
More idioms — Daily Life
- sätta käppar i hjulet — To create obstacles or hindrances for someone or something.
- vända kappan efter vinden — To change one's allegiance or principles opportunistically depending on circumstances.
- styv i korken — Overly self-confident and arrogant, carrying oneself with unwarranted swagger.
- gå sitt öde till mötes — To face one's destiny, often implying a dramatic or fatal confrontation with what is fate…
- komma till pass — To prove useful or convenient in a particular situation; to be exactly what is needed.
- syna i sömmarna — To examine something with intense, often harsh scrutiny and criticism.
More Swedish idioms
- ha luktat krutrök — To be experienced in battle or conflict; to have been tested under fire.
- ingen ko på isen — There is no danger or immediate problem; the situation is safe.
- djungelns lag — Survival of the fittest; a state of lawlessness where brutal competition and violence det…
- reta gallfeber på — To infuriate or enrage someone intensely.
- lägga vantarna på — To get hold of something; to seize or obtain.
- gräva sin egen grav — To cause one's own ruin or downfall through foolish actions.
From our compliments & insults
- Sei in gamba — You're sharp, capable, and on the ball.
- Sei un tesoro — You're a darling — precious to have around.
- Du bist ein Schatz — You're a sweetheart.