English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i didn't mean to scare you" Mean?
Learn what "i didn't mean to scare you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Polite
Soft
Apologize
Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you.
It means the speaker is apologizing for causing fear by accident.
From On One Condition, Episode 9
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker apologizes and says they did not mean to frighten the other person.
Usage Scenario
Use this after startling someone or making them uncomfortable. It is polite and common.
Better ways to say it
1
I didn’t mean to scare you.
2
Sorry, I scared you.
3
I didn’t mean to frighten you.
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