English Expression · Native
never mind
Indicates a withdrawal or retractment of a previous statement
Pronunciation: /ˈnɛ.vɚˌmaɪnd/
Meaning
Indicates a withdrawal or retractment of a previous statement.
Example
I'm afraid I’ve broken your mug. — Never mind, it was old and I was going to throw it away.
I'm afraid I’ve broken your mug. — Never mind, it was old and I was going to throw it away.
Practice tips
- Practice never mind 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 native-level learners.