Legalese Expressions

Question 1

I don’t know.

Answer 1

I am not in a position to provide that information at this time.

Question 2

I think / I guess.

Answer 2

It is my understanding that… / It appears that…

Question 3

You should do this.

Answer 3

You may wish to consider… / It is recommended that…

Question 4

That’s not my job.

Answer 4

That falls outside the scope of my responsibilities.

Question 5

I’m sorry I didn’t get back to you.

Answer 5

I apologize for the delay in my response.

Question 6

I need your answer now.

Answer 6

Your prompt response on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Question 7

I don’t agree with you.

Answer 7

I respectfully disagree with your position.

Question 8

This is wrong.

Answer 8

There appears to be a discrepancy / inconsistency in this part.

Question 9

Let me know.

Answer 9

Kindly advise.

Question 10

Tell me what you think.

Answer 10

I welcome your insights / I would appreciate your feedback.

Question 11

I want to help.

Answer 11

I would be happy to assist you with this matter.

Question 12

That’s not true.

Answer 12

That information does not appear to be accurate.

Question 13

Can you do this for me?

Answer 13

Would you be able to assist me with this task?

Question 14

I can’t do that.

Answer 14

I regret to inform you that I am unable to accommodate your request.

Question 15

I’m fine with that.

Answer 15

That arrangement is acceptable to me.

Question 16

Let’s talk later.

Answer 16

We may revisit this discussion at a more appropriate time.

Question 17

Please do it now.

Answer 17

Kindly prioritize this matter at your earliest convenience.

Question 18

We need to fix this.

Answer 18

This issue requires immediate attention and resolution.

Question 19

I’ll get back to you.

Answer 19

I will revert to you shortly.

Question 20

It’s okay / No problem.

Answer 20

That is perfectly acceptable. / No objections from my end.

Question 21

He’s being difficult.

Answer 21

He is proving to be uncooperative at this time.

Question 22

I don’t like that idea.

Answer 22

I have some reservations about that approach.

Question 23

We don’t have enough money.

Answer 23

Our current budget does not allow for this expenditure.

Question 24

That’s not allowed.

Answer 24

That is not permissible under current policy/regulations.

Question 25

This is your fault.

Answer 25

The issue appears to have arisen as a result of your action/inaction.

Question 26

I’ll try to do that.

Answer 26

I will make the necessary effort to accomplish this.

Question 27

I forgot.

Answer 27

I regret that this item escaped my attention.

Question 28

Can I ask a favor?

Answer 28

May I kindly request your assistance on this matter?

Question 29

I can’t help you with that.

Answer 29

I’m afraid I’m not the appropriate person to handle this concern.

Question 30

That’s not true / That’s a lie.

Answer 30

That information appears to be inaccurate / inconsistent.

Question 31

Don’t listen to rumors.

Answer 31

I advise discretion and encourage verification of facts before drawing conclusions.

Question 32

Stop gossiping.

Answer 32

I suggest we refrain from discussing unverified personal matters.

Question 33

That’s not my concern.

Answer 33

That matter is outside my purview.

Question 34

You’re wrong.

Answer 34

With due respect, that may need to be reassessed based on available information.

Question 35

I need you to do this.

Answer 35

Kindly see to it that this task is accomplished.

Question 36

I don’t have time.

Answer 36

Due to current commitments, I am unable to accommodate additional tasks at the moment.

Question 37

I’ll try to make it.

Answer 37

I will do my best to be available, schedule permitting.

Question 38

Sorry, I forgot.

Answer 38

I apologize for the oversight.

Question 39

That’s not fair.

Answer 39

That arrangement seems inequitable.

Question 40

I can’t attend.

Answer 40

I regret that I am unavailable to participate at the indicated time.

Question 41

I’ll think about it.

Answer 41

I will give the matter due consideration.

Question 42

That’s not possible.

Answer 42

Unfortunately, that is not feasible under current circumstances.

Question 43

I’ll talk to them.

Answer 43

I will coordinate with the concerned individual/s.

Question 44

You’re being rude.

Answer 44

I hope we can maintain a respectful and professional tone.

Question 45

Don’t blame me.

Answer 45

I believe it would be more constructive to focus on resolving the issue.

Question 46

It’s not my responsibility.

Answer 46

This does not fall within the scope of my designated duties.

Question 47

What are you trying to say?

Answer 47

Could you kindly clarify your point for mutual understanding?

Question 48

This is urgent.

Answer 48

This matter requires immediate attention.

Question 49

Tell them I said no.

Answer 49

Kindly inform them that I am unable to grant the request.

Question 50

I don’t want to do that.

Answer 50

I would prefer to explore alternative options.

Question 51

That’s your problem.

Answer 51

I suggest addressing that concern through the appropriate channels.

Question 52

Can I have your answer now?

Answer 52

May I kindly request your immediate decision regarding this matter?

Question 53

Let’s not talk about that.

Answer 53

I believe it is in our best interest to refrain from discussing this issue further.

Question 54

We already talked about this.

Answer 54

As previously discussed...

Question 55

Stop bothering me.

Answer 55

I would appreciate it if we could focus on our respective responsibilities.

Question 56

I don’t trust them.

Answer 56

I have some reservations regarding their reliability.

Question 57

That’s not how we do things.

Answer 57

That procedure is inconsistent with our standard operating protocols.

Question 58

That’s confidential.

Answer 58

I’m not at liberty to disclose that information.