What the British say: "This is in no sense a rebuke" What the British mean:"I am furious with you and letting you know it" What is understood:"I am not cross with you" What the British say:"With the greatest respect" What the British mean:"I think you are wrong (or a fool)" What is understood:"He is listening to me" What the British say:"Correct me if I'm wrong" What the British mean:"I know I'm right--please don't contradict me" What is understood:"Tell me what you think" What the British say:"That'
