if you'll excuse me

/ɪf ˈjʊl ɪkˈskjuːz mi/
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A polite request to be excused from a conversation or activity.

Examples

  • If you'll excuse me, I must step out for a moment.
  • If you'll excuse me, I have to answer the door.
  • If you'll excuse me, I have a meeting to attend.
  • If you'll excuse me, I'll be back in five minutes.
  • If you'll excuse me, I need to use the restroom.

Similar words

if you don't mind
may I be excused
excuse mepardon me

Meanings

Polite request to be excused

everyday
neutral
A courteous way of asking permission to leave or to do something, usually said before departing or interrupting.

Examples

  • If you'll excuse me, I need to take this call.
  • If you'll excuse me, I'll be back in five minutes.
  • If you'll excuse me, I have to answer the door.
  • If you'll excuse me, I must step out for a moment.
  • If you'll excuse me, I have a meeting to attend.
  • If you'll excuse me, I need to use the restroom.

Similar words

Etymology

FAQ

What does if you'll excuse me mean?

A polite request to be excused from a conversation or activity.

When should I use if you'll excuse me?

Use it when you want to leave or interrupt politely, typically before departing.

How is if you'll excuse me different from "excuse me"?

If you'll excuse me is a longer, more courteous form, while excuse me is shorter and can be used in casual settings.

What are some synonyms for if you'll excuse me?

Synonyms include excuse me, pardon me, if you don't mind, and may I be excused.

Is if you'll excuse me considered formal or informal?

The phrase is in a neutral register, suitable for everyday polite conversation.

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