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CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL ENGLISH SPEAKING

What Does “Excuse Me” Mean?

The phrase “excuse me” has various meanings and can be used in various situations. It can be
used as a polite way of interjecting someone when in a conversation, starting a conversation,
capturing someone’s attention, asking to leave, or expressing regret

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CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL ENGLISH SPEAKING

Formal Ways of Saying “Excuse Me”

I beg your pardon This can be used when you’re politely asking someone to
repeat what he’s just said.

Example: I beg your pardon, kindly be louder.


Forgive me This can be used when politely and respectfully asking to
disagree with a given point.

Example: Forgive me, I think this is not the right way of doing it.
My apologies This is a polite way to excuse an action that you’ve done
intentionally or accidentally such as sneezing or coughing.

Example: My apologies, I didn’t mean to be late.

Informal Ways to Say “Excuse Me”

My bad This is an informal way of taking responsibility for doing


something bad or making a mistake.

Example: My bad, I was wrong on this one.


Sorry to bother you his can be used to catch someone’s attention or interrupt
them.

Example: Sorry to bother you; is this the right way


to Manhattan?
Sorry to jump in This is an informal but polite way of interrupting someone.

Example: Sorry to jump in, but I’ve been trying to book an


appointment with you for the last three weeks.

Slang Ways to Say “Excuse Me”

I don’t mean to barge in This is a very casual way of interrupting someone.


I have to butt in, sorry This is a very informal way of giving an opinion or joining
a conversation on something that doesn’t concern you.

Example: I’m sorry I have to butt in, but I do not think this
is the right direction to take.

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