Si no me equivoco
Example: Si no me equivoco, la reunión es mañana a las diez.
Definition
"Si no me equivoco" is a Spanish phrase used to express uncertainty while indicating that the speaker believes their statement is correct. It translates to 'if I am not mistaken' and is typically used to soften assertions or confirm information politely.
Etymology
The phrase "si no me equivoco" comes from Spanish, combining 'si' (if), 'no' (not), 'me' (to me), and 'equivoco' (I am mistaken). It literally means 'if I do not mistake myself.' This idiomatic expression reflects the human habit of cautious communication and has been used for centuries to convey polite uncertainty.
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"Si no me equivoco" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B1) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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if I'm not mistaken