معنی
Used to politely get attention or apologize.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Spain, 'Perdona' is very common even in semi-formal settings, but 'Disculpe' remains the safest for service interactions. In Mexico, 'Disculpe' is used extensively to show respect to elders and authority figures. Argentines often use 'Disculpá' (voseo) which is informal but very common.
The 'Usted' Rule
Always use 'Disculpe' with 'usted'. If you are unsure, 'Disculpe' is always the safer, more polite option.
Smile!
Spanish speakers value warmth. A smile while saying 'Disculpe' makes you sound much more natural.
معنی
Used to politely get attention or apologize.
The 'Usted' Rule
Always use 'Disculpe' with 'usted'. If you are unsure, 'Disculpe' is always the safer, more polite option.
Smile!
Spanish speakers value warmth. A smile while saying 'Disculpe' makes you sound much more natural.
خودت رو بسنج
Which is the formal way to say 'excuse me'?
A) Disculpa B) Disculpe C) Perdona
Disculpe is the formal imperative (usted).
Fill in the blank for a formal situation.
______, ¿me puede ayudar?
Use the formal form with strangers.
Complete the dialogue.
Stranger: 'Disculpe, ¿es este el bus?' You: '______'
A polite question deserves a polite answer.
Match the situation to the phrase.
Bumping into a stranger: ?
It is an apology.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاA) Disculpa B) Disculpe C) Perdona
Disculpe is the formal imperative (usted).
______, ¿me puede ayudar?
Use the formal form with strangers.
Stranger: 'Disculpe, ¿es este el bus?' You: '______'
A polite question deserves a polite answer.
Bumping into a stranger: ?
It is an apology.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
6 سوالYes, it is perfect for professional settings.
No, it is the height of politeness.
Disculpen (for a group).
It's better to use 'Lo siento' for serious matters.
Yes, it is universally understood.
Like the 'oo' in 'book'.
عبارات مرتبط
Perdón
synonymSorry/Pardon
Permiso
similarExcuse me (to pass)
Lo siento
builds onI am sorry
