Significado
To clarify that one did not intend to say or do something offensive.
Contexto cultural
In North India, this phrase is often accompanied by a slight head shake or a hand gesture to soften the blow. In professional settings, it is often followed by a suggestion to move forward.
Tone matters
Say it with a calm, sincere tone to ensure you are believed.
Significado
To clarify that one did not intend to say or do something offensive.
Tone matters
Say it with a calm, sincere tone to ensure you are believed.
Ponte a prueba
Which sentence is correct for clarifying a past statement?
मेरा मतलब ____ नहीं था।
We use 'tha' for past tense because the statement was already made.
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Banco de ejercicios
1 ejerciciosमेरा मतलब ____ नहीं था।
We use 'tha' for past tense because the statement was already made.
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Preguntas frecuentes
1 preguntasYes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional emails to clarify a point.
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गलतफहमी
synonymMisunderstanding
माफ कीजिए
builds onForgive me
