Meaning
Stating that a received item was not requested or purchased.
Cultural Background
In India, waiters are often very eager to please. If you say this, they will immediately take the item back. In formal settings, adding 'जी' (ji) makes the phrase sound much more respectful.
Use a smile
Even when correcting, a smile keeps the service friendly.
Politeness
Always use 'माफ़ कीजिए' (Excuse me) to soften the blow.
Meaning
Stating that a received item was not requested or purchased.
Use a smile
Even when correcting, a smile keeps the service friendly.
Politeness
Always use 'माफ़ कीजिए' (Excuse me) to soften the blow.
Test Yourself
Which sentence is correct?
How do you say 'I didn't order this'?
The first option correctly uses the negative past tense.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercisesHow do you say 'I didn't order this'?
The first option correctly uses the negative past tense.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it works for any retail order.
No, it is a factual statement.
Related Phrases
मेरा बिल चेक कीजिए
similarCheck my bill
यह ठंडा है
This is cold
