A1 Expression خنثی

Entschuldigung!

Excuse me!

معنی

Used to apologize or get attention.

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زمینه فرهنگی

In Germany, it is considered rude to push past someone without saying anything. A quick 'Entschuldigung' or 'Darf ich mal?' is mandatory in crowded spaces like trains. In Austria, you might hear 'Gestatten Sie?' as a very formal way to say 'Excuse me' or 'Allow me to pass'. In German texting (WhatsApp), 'Entschuldigung' is often shortened to 'Sry' or 'Entschuldige' is used as 'Sry' among friends.

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The 'Sch' Sound

Make sure to round your lips for the 'sch' sound to sound like a native.

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Don't Over-apologize

Germans don't say 'sorry' as much as English speakers. Only say it if you actually did something wrong or need something.

معنی

Used to apologize or get attention.

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The 'Sch' Sound

Make sure to round your lips for the 'sch' sound to sound like a native.

⚠️

Don't Over-apologize

Germans don't say 'sorry' as much as English speakers. Only say it if you actually did something wrong or need something.

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Fill in the blank to ask for the way to the museum.

________, wie komme ich zum Museum?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigung

You use 'Entschuldigung' to start a question with a stranger.

Match the phrase to the situation.

You bump into someone at the supermarket.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigung!

A quick 'Entschuldigung' is the standard reaction to a bump.

Which is the most formal way to say 'Excuse me'?

Select the formal version:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigen Sie bitte

Adding 'Sie' and 'bitte' makes the phrase very formal and polite.

Complete the dialogue.

A: ________, ist hier noch frei? B: Ja, klar!

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigung

This is the polite way to ask if a seat is taken.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

When to say Entschuldigung

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Attention

  • Asking for time
  • Asking for directions
  • Calling a waiter
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Accidents

  • Bumping into someone
  • Sneezing
  • Being late

بانک تمرین

4 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the blank to ask for the way to the museum. جای خالی A1

________, wie komme ich zum Museum?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigung

You use 'Entschuldigung' to start a question with a stranger.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A1

You bump into someone at the supermarket.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigung!

A quick 'Entschuldigung' is the standard reaction to a bump.

Which is the most formal way to say 'Excuse me'? Choose A2

Select the formal version:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigen Sie bitte

Adding 'Sie' and 'bitte' makes the phrase very formal and polite.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: ________, ist hier noch frei? B: Ja, klar!

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Entschuldigung

This is the polite way to ask if a seat is taken.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

سوالات متداول

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Yes, 'Sorry' is very common, especially in cities and among younger people. However, 'Entschuldigung' is always safer and more polite.

It is a noun ({die|f} Entschuldigung). The verb is 'entschuldigen'.

'Verzeihung' is slightly more formal and literally means 'forgiveness'. 'Entschuldigung' is the standard everyday word.

عبارات مرتبط

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Verzeihung

synonym

Pardon / Forgiveness

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Es tut mir leid

similar

I'm sorry

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Wie bitte?

specialized form

Pardon? / What?

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