| 释义 |
Idiom no offense I do not mean to insult you.No offense, I just don't like parties.
no offenseWhat I have said or am about to say is not meant to offend or insult you, even though it could be interpreted that way. No offense, but I think it may be time you cleaned up your kitchen. All I'm saying is that I think we could use some more help with the renovation. No offense, John, you've been a big help. no offensePlease don't feel insulted, I don't mean to offend you, as in No offense, but I think you're mistaken. This expression, first recorded in 1829, generally accompanies a statement that could be regarded as insulting but is not meant to be, as in the example. no ofˈfence (spoken) used to say that you do not mean to upset or insult somebody by something you say or do: No offence, but I’d really like to be on my own. |