Spanish phrase

Lo que quiero decir es ~.

Meaning

What I mean to say is ___.

When to use it

Introduces what the speaker really intends to say. It functions as a clarifying preface in conversations or meetings to avoid confusion and is generally neutral and polite.

Example dialogue

Lo que quiero decir es que necesitamos más tiempo para el informe.

What I mean to say is that we need more time for the report.

Entiendo, ¿cuánto tiempo más necesitas?

I understand. How much more time do you need?

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