How to Politely Ask Someone to Repeat Themselves
Learn courteous ways to ask someone to repeat what they've said. Improve your communication skills today.
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When you need someone to repeat something, politely ask by saying, 'Could you please repeat that?' or 'I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Could you say it again, please?'. Ensure your tone is courteous to maintain positive communication. For instance: 'Excuse me, could you repeat the last part? I want to make sure I understood correctly.'
FAQs & Answers
- What is a polite way to ask someone to repeat themselves? You can say, 'I'm sorry, I didn't catch that. Could you repeat it, please?'
- Why is it important to be polite when asking for clarification? Being polite fosters positive communication and helps maintain good relationships.
- What are some other phrases to request repetition? You could also use: 'Could you please say that again?' or 'Excuse me, I missed that, could you repeat?'
- How can I improve my active listening skills? Practice focusing on the speaker, summarizing what you've heard, and asking for clarification when needed.