"I couldN'T care less" (난 전혀 (0%) 신경 쓰지 않아!) vs. "I could care less"
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2025-08-25 14:24
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The correct phrase is "I couldN'T care less" because it logically conveys a complete lack of interest or concern, meaning you care so little that it's impossible to care any less. Using "I could care less" implies you do care to some degree, making it the opposite of the intended meaning.
"I couldn't care less"
- Meaning:You have zero interest or concern for a subject; it's impossible for your level of care to be any lower.
- Logic:If you are at the absolute bottom of the care scale (0%), you "couldn't" care any less.
- Usage:Use this phrase to express complete indifference.
"I could care less"
- Meaning:You do care to some extent, and it is possible to care less than you currently do.
- Logic:This phrase doesn't logically support the idea of not caring at all.
- Usage:While widely used, especially in casual conversation and in some regions, it is considered an incorrect or nonsensical version of the original phrase by most grammar resources and educators.
