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Could you be slightly more specific

🇬🇧 UK //kəd juː biː ˈslaɪtli mɔː sɪˈspɛɪfɪk// 🇺🇸 US //kəd ju bi ˈslaɪtli mɔr spəˈsɪfɪk//

Meaning of Could you be slightly more specific

Requesting someone to provide a clearer or more detailed explanation.

In simple words: Can you give a clearer or more detailed answer?

Could you be slightly more specific in a sentence

• Could you be slightly more specific about the project's timeline?
• During the discussion, she asked, 'Could you be slightly more specific with your feedback?'
• When he finished talking, I thought, 'Could you be slightly more specific about your role?'
• In the meeting, I said, 'Could you be slightly more specific about the budget requirements?'
• He responded, 'Could you be slightly more specific regarding your expectations?', clarifying the request.

How to use Could you be slightly more specific

Use this phrase when asking someone to clarify or elaborate. It's polite and suitable for formal and casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'specific' as 'specific information' - remember it's about details.

Related words

Collocations with Could you be slightly more specific

• be specific about
• more specific details
• specific instructions
• specific examples
• specific timeframe

Synonyms for Could you be slightly more specific

• clarify
• elaborate
• explain
• detail
• specify

Common mistakes with Could you be slightly more specific

• Using 'specific' without 'more' can sound abrupt.
• Adding unnecessary words makes it less direct.
• Assuming the speaker understands your request without asking first.

Frequently asked questions about Could you be slightly more specific

What does Could you be slightly more specific mean?

Can you give a clearer or more detailed answer?

What is the definition of Could you be slightly more specific?

Requesting someone to provide a clearer or more detailed explanation.

How do you use Could you be slightly more specific in a sentence?

Could you be slightly more specific about the project's timeline?

Can you give another example of Could you be slightly more specific?

During the discussion, she asked, 'Could you be slightly more specific with your feedback?'

What are synonyms for Could you be slightly more specific?

Common alternatives include clarify, elaborate, explain, detail, specify.

What words go with Could you be slightly more specific?

It commonly pairs with be specific about, more specific details, specific instructions, specific examples, specific timeframe.

What are common mistakes when using Could you be slightly more specific?

Using 'specific' without 'more' can sound abrupt. Adding unnecessary words makes it less direct. Assuming the speaker understands your request without asking first.

How do you pronounce Could you be slightly more specific?

US: //kəd ju bi ˈslaɪtli mɔr spəˈsɪfɪk//, UK: //kəd juː biː ˈslaɪtli mɔː sɪˈspɛɪfɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Could you be slightly more specific?

Use this phrase when asking someone to clarify or elaborate. It's polite and suitable for formal and casual contexts.