Phrases Asking for Clarification

I want to be sure I understand correctly.

B1

Meaning

I need to verify my understanding.

Example sentences

John: 'We need to submit the report by Monday.'

Alice: 'I want to be sure I understand correctly. So, Monday is the final deadline?'

John: 'I want to be sure I understand correctly. So, we need more money to complete it?'

Alice: 'The project requires additional funding.'