unaware
gb/ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ/ us/ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ/
B1
English
~ 9100
nem tud róla, nincs tudatában, tájékozatlan, nem vesz észre, mit sem sejtő, nem figyel fel
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] is unaware of [something]; [someone] is unaware that [clause]
He seemed completely unaware of the problem with the software update.
Úgy tűnt, egyáltalán nem tud a szoftverfrissítéssel kapcsolatos problémáról.
Many people are still unaware that the deadline has been moved to next week.
Sokan még mindig nem tudják, hogy a határidőt a jövő hétre tették át.
I was unaware of her decision until I read the email.
The company claims it was unaware of any safety issues with the product.
She remained unaware that her comment had hurt his feelings.
Learner examples
I was unaware of the new rule at work.
Nem tudtam az új munkahelyi szabályról.
She is unaware that he wants to leave the job.
Nem tudja, hogy a férfi fel akar mondani.
They were unaware of the danger on the road.
He seemed unaware of how late it was.
We are unaware of any other problems.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *"unaware about"* instead of *"unaware of"* (e.g., say *"She is unaware of the problem"*, not *"unaware about the problem"*). Another common mistake is confusing *"unaware"* with *"unknown"*: *"I am unaware of this rule"* (I do not know about it) vs. *"I am unknown here"* (people here do not know who I am).
Meaning
not knowing about something
Collocations
completely unaware
|apparently unaware
|remain unaware
|be unaware of the fact
|unaware that
|largely unaware
Synonyms
ignorant (Can sound more negative or critical; often used for general lack of knowledge, not just about one thing.)
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unconscious (Often means not awake or not aware in a medical sense; can also mean not aware of something, but is more formal or technical.)
Antonyms
aware (The direct opposite; means knowing or realizing something.)
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conscious (Means noticing and knowing about something, especially with clear mental attention.)
Themes
knowledge
|communication
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Not knowing that something is true or is happening.
Not knowing or not realizing that something exists or is happening.
B2
2
Usage pattern:
[someone] is unaware of [surroundings/event]
She walked across the street, completely unaware of the car coming toward her.
Átment az utcán, és egyáltalán nem vette észre a felé közeledő autót.
He sat with his headphones on, unaware of the phone ringing beside him.
Fejhallgatóval a fején ült, és nem vette észre, hogy mellette csörög a telefon.
The child was unaware of the crowd gathering behind him.
Lost in thought, I was unaware of how loudly I was speaking.
They were so focused on the game that they were unaware of the time.
Learner examples
He was unaware of the car behind him.
Nem vette észre a mögötte haladó autót.
I was unaware of the man standing next to me.
Nem vettem észre a mellettem álló férfit.
She listened to music and was unaware of the noise outside.
The boy was unaware of his mother calling his name.
They were unaware of the people watching them.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this sense with simple lack of general knowledge. In this sense, *unaware* is about the present moment and your surroundings, often similar to *not noticing*. Also, avoid saying *"unaware from"*; use *"unaware of"* (e.g., *"He was unaware of the car"*).
Meaning
not noticing surroundings
Collocations
unaware of his surroundings
|walked past, unaware
|seemingly unaware
|apparently unaware
|unaware of the noise
|completely unaware of her presence
Synonyms
oblivious (Often stronger and slightly more expressive; suggests being deep in thought or not caring about what is around you.)
Antonyms
alert (Suggests being very aware and ready to react to what is happening around you.)
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attentive (Stresses careful and focused attention to people or events around you.)
Themes
perception
|safety
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Definition
Not seeing, hearing, or feeling what is happening around you right now.
Not noticing or not paying attention to what is happening around you at a particular moment.
Grammar
Dictionary form
unaware
IPA
GB/ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ/
US/ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ/
Syllables & stress
un - aware (2 syllables)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: unaware
Word family
Expressions
be unaware of
1/bˈi ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ əv/
fixed phrase
not know about something
To not know that something is true or is happening.
Examples
- She was completely unaware of the mistake in her report.
- Many customers were unaware of the change in opening hours.
be unaware that
1/bˈi ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ ðˈæt/
fixed phrase
not know that something is true
To not know or not realize that something is true, followed by a full sentence.
Examples
- I was unaware that the meeting had been canceled.
- They seemed unaware that their voices could be heard outside.
blissfully unaware
1/blˈɪsfəli ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ/
fixed phrase
happily not knowing something
Not knowing about something bad or serious, and being happy or calm because of this.
Examples
- The children played in the garden, blissfully unaware of their parents’ worries.
- He was blissfully unaware of the trouble his email had caused.
remain unaware of
1/ɹɪmˈeɪn ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ əv/
fixed phrase
formal
continue to not know something
To keep not knowing or not finding out about something over a period of time.
Examples
- Most users remained unaware of the security risk for years.
- The public remained largely unaware of the negotiations taking place.
seem unaware of
1/sˈim ˌʌnəwˈɛɹ əv/
fixed phrase
appear to not know something
To appear as if you do not know about something.
Examples
- He seemed unaware of how rude his comment sounded.
- They seemed unaware of the effect their decision would have on staff.