Phrases Offering and Refusing Help

I'm afraid I can't help you with that.

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Meaning

Unfortunately, I'm unable to assist.

Examples

  • John: 'Could you fix my computer?'
  • Alice: '<b>I'm afraid I can't help you with that.</b> I'm not very tech-savvy.'
  • John: '<b>I'm afraid I can't help you with that.</b> I'm not a lawyer.'
  • Alice: 'Can you help me with this legal matter?'
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