English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i didn't mean to do that" Mean?
Learn what "i didn't mean to do that" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Neutral
Soft
Apologize
I didn't mean to do that.
It means the speaker says the action was accidental, not intentional.
From The Missing Piece, Episode 5
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone apologizes for an accidental action.
Usage Scenario
Use this after a mistake when you want to say there was no bad intention. It is common and natural in apologies.
Better ways to say it
1
I didn't mean to do that.
2
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do that.
3
I didn't mean it.
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