Misspeak

usgb/ˌmɪsˈspiːk/
verb

To say something in a wrong or inaccurate way.

I must have misspoke when I gave you the date for the meeting; it's actually next Tuesday, not Monday.
Visual representation of "misspeak" - To say something in a wrong or inaccurate way.

Often appears as...

  • accidentally misspeak
  • deliberately misspeak
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Visual representation of "misspeak"
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Correcting Errors

Use 'misspeak' to show you recognize and want to amend a verbal mistake.

Illustration for Correcting Errors
I misspoke earlier—the correct figure is 200, not 20.
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Unintentional Slip

Mention 'misspeak' when you've accidentally said something you didn't mean to.

Illustration for Unintentional Slip
Sorry, I misspoke; your appointment is at 3 PM, not 4 PM.
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Acceptable Phrase

'Misspeak' is not too formal or informal; it can be used in various talking situations.

Illustration for Acceptable Phrase
In last week's presentation, I misspoke about our sales targets.
Visual representation of the word "Misspeak"

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