English Expression · Beginner
excuse me
Said as a request to repeat information
Pronunciation: /ɛksˈkjuːz mi/
Meaning
Said as a request to repeat information.
Example
It was so hot I took off my clothes and sat by the window to cool off. Excuse me?
It was so hot I took off my clothes and sat by the window to cool off. Excuse me?
Practice tips
- Practice excuse me out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for beginner-level learners.