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Useful phrase

“Sorry, what does that mean?”

Ask for the meaning of a word or expression.

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Meaning

When to use it

Use it when you hear a word or expression you do not know.

Examples

Natural examples

  • Would you like that on batch? / Sorry, what does that mean? — Example
Replies

What someone may say back

  • It is our filter coffee today. — The staff member explains the word in simple English.
Australian English

Usage note

Add the word you did not know, for example Sorry, what does anaerobic mean on a menu?

Practice mission

Try it in real life

Use this when a coffee, menu or everyday English word is unfamiliar.

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