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Beginner · scenario 9 of 84

Say you don't understand

Politely let someone know that you do not understand them.

The situation Someone just spoke to you. Let them know you don't understand.

The dialogue

Bonjour, vous désirez de l'aide ?
Hello, would you like some help?
Pardon, je ne comprends pas.
Excuse me, I don't understand.
Vous ne parlez pas français ?
Don't you speak French?
Non, je suis touriste, je parle un peu.
No, I'm a tourist, I speak a little.
D'accord, je parle plus lentement !
Okay, I'll speak more slowly!
Très bien, merci beaucoup !
Very well, thank you very much!

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