Phrases Handling Misunderstandings

I may have misinterpreted your words.

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Meaning

I might have understood you incorrectly.

Example sentences

John: 'I thought you said we were canceling the meeting.'

Alice: 'I may have misinterpreted your words. I said we were postponing it.'

John: 'I may have misinterpreted your words. I needed more time to review it.'

Alice: 'I thought you agreed to the proposal.'