Je ne pourrai pas venir au repas – “I won't be able to attend the meal” in French | MotiTan Dictionary

Meaning

I won't be able to attend the meal.

When to use it

A polite way to decline a meal invitation. It suits formal situations and can be softened with an apology or reason.

Example dialogue

Je ne pourrai pas venir au repas. Je suis vraiment désolé.

I won't be able to attend the meal. I'm really sorry.

Je comprends, merci de m'avoir prévenu.

I understand, thank you for letting me know.