English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i don't know" Mean?

Learn what "i don't know" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt

I don't know why you are

It means the speaker feels undeserving and wonders why the other person is bothering with them.

From Collateral Hearts, Episode 28

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone is questioning why the other person is spending time on them.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you want to sound self-critical or emotionally vulnerable. It can feel heavy or insecure, so it is not ideal for casual conversation.

Better ways to say it

1
I don't know why you're wasting your time with me.
2
Why are you wasting your time with me?
3
Why would you spend time with me?

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