A1 Expression Neutral

عفواً، لم أسمعك

aafoa lm asmaak

Sorry, I didn't hear you

Practice it

Meaning

A polite apology for not hearing what was said.

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Cultural Background

Often use 'ma'lesh' (معلش) instead of 'afwan'. Very formal and polite, often adding 'ya akhi' (my brother). Common to use 'afwan' or 'ma'lesh'.

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Smile

Always smile when saying this to ensure the listener knows you aren't frustrated.

Meaning

A polite apology for not hearing what was said.

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Smile

Always smile when saying this to ensure the listener knows you aren't frustrated.

Test Yourself

Which is the most polite way to ask for repetition?

If you miss what a teacher says, you say:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: عفواً، لم أسمعك

It is the only polite option provided.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the most polite way to ask for repetition? Choose A1

If you miss what a teacher says, you say:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: عفواً، لم أسمعك

It is the only polite option provided.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is the standard polite way.

Related Phrases

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هل يمكنك التكرار؟

builds on

Can you repeat?

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ماذا قلت؟

contrast

What did you say?

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