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Useful phrase

“Did you say ___?”

Confirm one important word instead of repeating the whole conversation.

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Meaning

When to use it

Use it to check one important word you think you heard.

Examples

Natural examples

  • Did you say regular or large? — Example
Replies

What someone may say back

  • Yes, that is right. — Staff confirm you heard correctly.
  • No, I said oat. — Staff correct the word you checked.
Australian English

Usage note

Name the one word you are unsure about, so the other person knows exactly what to repeat.

Practice mission

Try it in real life

Use this phrase in a real Australian cafe or shop.

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