Name: How to say 'no' politely (like a Brit) - English In A Minute
Uploaded: 2020-11-01T18:51:17.000Z
Duration: 56 s
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Hi, I'm Phil and I'm going to tell you a little

secret about British people. And it's that

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So if you want to say 'no' like a Brit, remember

We don't actually like saying 'no', so start

Ok, so now they know that you don't want to

do it, tell them why you have to do this terrible

'Unfortunately, I'm not able to come tonight.'

'Sorry, but I don't think that's a good idea.'

OK, now the bad stuff is out of the way, suggest

'Unfortunately, I'm not able to come tonight.

'I'm afraid that's not possible, but I've got another idea.'

So – just remember, not too direct, apologise,

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How to say 'no' politely (like a Brit) - English In A Minute

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