Spanish phrase

¿Por motivos personales?

Meaning

Is it for personal reasons?

When to use it

Asks if the reason is personal. Often used to gently check whether a private matter caused a cancellation or absence, phrased politely so the other person can decline to elaborate.

Example dialogue

Lo siento, tengo que cancelar la reunión.

I'm sorry, I have to cancel the meeting.

¿Por motivos personales?

Is it for personal reasons?

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