Meeting Phrase: What Did You Say?

Not understanding something in a meeting is completely normal, but how you ask for clarification in English matters. This lesson teaches you polished alternatives to blunt or confused-sounding phrases. Instead of wait, what did you say, try sorry, I didn't quite catch that, which sounds calm and professional rather than surprised. Rather than asking can you say again, could you repeat that, please is a more polite and complete way to ask. When something genuinely wasn't clear, I'm not sure I understood that correctly replaces the plain I didn't understand, and it shows you're actively trying to follow along. Finally, instead of the abrupt go on, please, go ahead invites the speaker to continue in a warmer, more encouraging way. These phrases are useful in any meeting, interview, or conversation where you need a moment of clarification without sounding lost or unprepared. Practicing them will help you stay engaged and professional even when you miss part of what someone said.