French · B1 · Vocabulary · 3–5 min
Eight workplace choices: explain a delay, request a new date, and agree on the next step.
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I will not be able to finish by Friday.
‘D'ici vendredi’ means by Friday. Add a specific alternative rather than leaving the problem open.
Say thisJe ne pourrai pas terminer d'ici vendredi.
MeaningI will not be able to finish by Friday.
When to use itStart the conversation naturally.
Say thisPourrions-nous repousser la date limite à lundi ?
MeaningCould we move the deadline to Monday?
When to use itAdd the detail the other person needs.
Say thisJe peux vous envoyer un brouillon aujourd'hui.
MeaningI can send you a draft today.
When to use itFinish with a clear, polite line.
| Say this | Meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Je ne pourrai pas terminer d'ici vendredi. | I will not be able to finish by Friday. | Start the conversation naturally. |
| Pourrions-nous repousser la date limite à lundi ? | Could we move the deadline to Monday? | Add the detail the other person needs. |
| Je peux vous envoyer un brouillon aujourd'hui. | I can send you a draft today. | Finish with a clear, polite line. |
Explain the delay, request Monday, and offer a draft today in a polite work exchange.
Je ne pourrai pas terminer d'ici vendredi.
I will not be able to finish by Friday.
Start the conversation naturally.
Pourrions-nous repousser la date limite à lundi ?
Could we move the deadline to Monday?
Add the detail the other person needs.
Je peux vous envoyer un brouillon aujourd'hui.
I can send you a draft today.
Finish with a clear, polite line.