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no offense vs No offence

Both "no offense" and "no offence" are correct, but the usage depends on the English variant being used. In American English, "no offense" is more common, while in British English, "no offence" is the preferred spelling.

Last updated: March 29, 2024 • 1794 views

no offense

This phrase is correct in American English.

This phrase is commonly used in American English to express that something said was not meant to be insulting or hurtful.

Examples:

I hope you take no offense at what I said.
No offense, but I think there's a better way to do this.

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At first it seemed a... no offense, a little late.
And, no offense, but he never mentioned you.
What? I'm sorry, no offense.
I mean, no offense, but ew.
SS: OK, no offense taken. Refresh.
Look, no offense, mate.
Look, no offense, but you were wrong yesterday.
Look, no offense, but zombies have been done to death.
'Cause you look Greek, no offense.
Hankmed has a no-see policy With pharmaceutical reps, no offense.
Hoping we're a little busier than here, no offense.
Hoping we're a little busier than here, no offense.
Beyond your pay grade... no offense.
Dad, no offense, but I think the lying landed you here.
Look, no offense, Sara.
I mean, no offense to Indians.
First time on my own - no offense.
Hank, no offense, but I think you're really reaching.
'Cause, no offense, sometimes your expectations can be a little unrealistic.
So no offense, but you shouldn't be treating patients.

Alternatives:

no harm intended
not trying to offend
no disrespect meant
nothing personal
just being honest

No offence

This phrase is correct in British English.

This phrase is commonly used in British English to convey the same meaning as "no offense" in American English.

Examples:

I hope you take no offence at what I said.
No offence, but I think there's a better way to do this.

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No offence, but you suck.
No offence, we all know where the money is going.
No offence, but the lady feels diamonds are tacky for her.
No offence, but I disagree.
No offence but I don't need the decorating tips.
No offence, but I always like this bit.
No offence meant, as they say.
No offence, but that's not saying much.
No offence, but I'm her son.
No offence, guys, but...
No offence not exactly the most inspiring speech, Doc.
No offence, I was feeling the balance.
No offence, like, but he was a copper.
No offence to your family, or your Uncle Warren...
No offence, but that looks way better on Liv.
No offence, dear, but nurses don't travel top deck.
No offence, ed, but your kid plays the cello.
No offence to what you like, man, but...
No offence to either of you, of course.
No offence, I just don't want to remember this tomorrow.

Alternatives:

no harm intended
not trying to offend
no disrespect meant
nothing personal
just being honest

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