Use 'mean to say' when you want to confirm or clarify the intention behind someone's words.

Clarifying Intent

'Mean to say' is useful when rephrasing something you've said to make it clearer.

Expressing Uncertainty

Ask 'Do you mean to say...?' to understand others better when their statement is vague.

Using 'mean to say' can soften a direct statement, making it less confrontational.

'Mean to say' often hints at thoughts or feelings that haven't been directly expressed.