pardon
Pronunciation
Interjection
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A polite word used to ask someone to repeat what they just said.
Usage notes
Also used more formally to mean "forgive", as in "pardon my late reply".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____? I didn't quite catch your name."
Answer: pardon
In your own words, what does "pardon" mean?
A polite word used to ask someone to repeat what they just said.
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