Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
i-beg-to-differ
idiomatic expression
/aɪ bɛɡ tə ˈdɪfər/
Definition
A polite way of expressing disagreement with someone’s opinion or statement.
Examples
- When John claimed that the meeting was ineffective, I politely said, ‘I beg to differ.’
- She stated her opinion on the matter, but I had to interject, ‘I beg to differ.’
Meaning
This phrase is used to indicate that you do not share the same view as someone else, often in a respectful manner.
Synonyms
- I disagree
- I have a different opinion
- I see it differently
