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I don’t know the answer, but he does.
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I don’t know the answer, but he does.
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How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
I don't know the answer, but you could ask him; he does.
Describing Habits
I usually don't know the answers to these questions, but my colleague does.
Asking About Others
Do you know the answer? He does.
Sharing Hypotheticals
If I knew the answer, I would tell you, but I don't; he does.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The answer is unknown to me, however, he possesses the knowledge.
Casual
I'm clueless, but he knows.
Simpler English
I don't know, but he does.
Phrases to learn
I don't know
An expression indicating a lack of knowledge or understanding.
but he does
A contrasting phrase indicating that someone else possesses the knowledge.