Phrases Handling Misunderstandings

Perhaps I wasn't clear.

B2

Meaning

Maybe my explanation was not understandable.

Examples

  • John: So, to summarize, the deadline is next week.
  • Alice: I'm not sure I understand. Is that for the whole project, or just the first phase?
  • John: Oh, <b>perhaps I wasn't clear</b>. The deadline for the first phase is next week.
  • Alice: Okay, thanks for clarifying. <b>Perhaps I wasn't clear</b> on my questions earlier.