Polite Phrases in Other Languages That Secretly Mean Something Else

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Polite Phrases in Other Languages That Secretly Mean Something

“Maybe” Is Often Uncertainty Rather Than Agreement

“I’ll Check My Schedule” Without Follow-Up May Be a Polite Decline

“I’ll Let You Know” Often Means “Please Don’t Wait for Me”

How to Respond Respectfully

“That’s Not Convenient” May Be a Firm No

“Let’s See” Is Not a Confirmed Plan

“It Might Be Difficult” Can Mean “It’s Unlikely”

“We Should Do This Sometime” Is Often a Gesture of Goodwill

“That’s Interesting” May Not Be Approval

“I’ll Try” Means There Is No Guarantee

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Intercultural travel, working or business can be enriching but there is one universal problem we are all facing: "What does it mean?". In many countries, it is more important to avoid embarrassing people, to preserve relationships and to show respect than to refuse them outright. This means that individuals might say no or refuse offers in a positive manner.
 

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