I'll have to beg off Meaning in English
expression · lemma: beg off
释义
This expression means you must politely refuse an invitation or a request, usually because you cannot participate or attend.
用法与细微差别
Polite, slightly formal or old-fashioned in tone. Used mainly to decline invitations or requests in a gentle way. Often follows with a reason, like 'I'll have to beg off—I have another commitment.' More common in American English, and rarely used in casual conversation by younger speakers.
例句
I'm sorry, but I'll have to beg off tonight.
basic
I'll have to beg off from the meeting due to a doctor's appointment.
basic
Thank you for inviting me, but I'll have to beg off this time.
basic
I'll have to beg off—work's been crazy this week.
natural
I wish I could come, but I'll have to beg off because of family plans.
natural
If it's alright, I'll have to beg off this round. Maybe next time!
natural