Meaning
To state one's inability to arrive on the current day.
Cultural Background
It is common to add 'sorry' or 'maaf karna' before this phrase. In offices, adding a reason is mandatory to maintain professional 'face'. Adding 'yaar' (friend) makes it sound less formal.
Gender Matters
Always check if you are male (sakta) or female (sakti).
Add a Reason
Always add a reason to avoid sounding rude.
Meaning
To state one's inability to arrive on the current day.
Gender Matters
Always check if you are male (sakta) or female (sakti).
Add a Reason
Always add a reason to avoid sounding rude.
Test Yourself
Which is the most polite way to decline?
How do you say 'I cannot come today' politely?
The second option is the standard polite form.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesHow do you say 'I cannot come today' politely?
The second option is the standard polite form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is neutral. Add 'maaf kijiye' to make it polite.
Yes, but add a reason and a polite closing.
Related Phrases
मैं कोशिश करूँगा
similarI will try
शायद मैं न आ पाऊं
similarMaybe I won't be able to come
