I'm afraid I didn't quite catch that.

Meaning

Politely indicating you didn't hear something.

Examples

• John: The meeting is at 2 pm tomorrow in Room 302.
• Alice: <b>I'm afraid I didn't quite catch that</b>. Could you repeat the time and location?
• John: Yes, it's 2 pm tomorrow in Room 302.
• Alice: Thank you. If I miss anything during the meeting I might just have to say, <b>I'm afraid I didn't quite catch that</b> again.