5 things to say when you don’t understand someone

14 Nov 2022 · 0 min

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Short spoken guidance (social post/video) listing five polite phrases to use when you don’t understand someone (e.g., “Sorry,” “Excuse me,” “Do you mind repeating that?”) and urging honesty and active communication rather than staying quiet. The piece emphasizes intonation and normalizes not understanding as part of communication.

Five things to say when you don't understand someone. Pay attention to the intonation. Sorry. Excuse me. Come again? Do you mind saying that again? I'm sorry, I didn't get that. Do you mind repeating it? The most important thing is that you don't feel bad about it. Not understanding someone is a natural part of any type of communication. The most important thing is that you're honest about it and that you're communicating it. Do not stay quiet. Save this post for when you need it.