A1 Expression خنثی

Unnskyld meg.

Excuse me.

معنی

Getting someone's attention or apologizing.

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زمینه فرهنگی

Norwegians value 'negative politeness,' which means not bothering others. Using 'Unnskyld meg' is seen as a respectful acknowledgment that you are interrupting their peace. In Norwegian business culture, 'Unnskyld meg' is used to interrupt meetings politely, reflecting the flat hierarchy where anyone can speak up.

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The Silent D

Never pronounce the 'd' at the end of Unnskyld. It makes you sound like a textbook rather than a local.

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Don't Over-apologize

Norwegians are practical. Say 'Unnskyld meg' once and move on. Over-apologizing can make people feel uncomfortable.

معنی

Getting someone's attention or apologizing.

💡

The Silent D

Never pronounce the 'd' at the end of Unnskyld. It makes you sound like a textbook rather than a local.

⚠️

Don't Over-apologize

Norwegians are practical. Say 'Unnskyld meg' once and move on. Over-apologizing can make people feel uncomfortable.

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Eye Contact

When saying 'Unnskyld meg' to a stranger, a brief moment of eye contact is polite, but don't linger too long.

خودت رو بسنج

Fill in the missing word to complete the polite request.

Unnskyld ______, hvor er togstasjonen?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: meg

The standard phrase is 'Unnskyld meg' (Excuse me).

Match the phrase to the correct situation.

You accidentally bump into someone at the grocery store.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Unnskyld meg!

'Unnskyld meg' is the appropriate response for a minor physical bump.

Which word is the most formal for a serious apology?

Jeg ______ at jeg glemte møtet.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: beklager

'Beklager' is used for more serious mistakes like missing a meeting.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Unnskyld meg, har du en penn? B: ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Ja, vær så god

The person is responding to a request for a pen.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

When to say Unnskyld meg

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Attention

  • Waiters
  • Strangers
  • Teachers
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Movement

  • On the bus
  • In a crowd
  • Passing by

بانک تمرین

4 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the missing word to complete the polite request. جای خالی A1

Unnskyld ______, hvor er togstasjonen?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: meg

The standard phrase is 'Unnskyld meg' (Excuse me).

Match the phrase to the correct situation. situation_matching A1

You accidentally bump into someone at the grocery store.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Unnskyld meg!

'Unnskyld meg' is the appropriate response for a minor physical bump.

Which word is the most formal for a serious apology? Choose A2

Jeg ______ at jeg glemte møtet.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: beklager

'Beklager' is used for more serious mistakes like missing a meeting.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: Unnskyld meg, har du en penn? B: ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Ja, vær så god

The person is responding to a request for a pen.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

سوالات متداول

6 سوال

Yes, 'Unnskyld' on its own is very common and slightly more casual than 'Unnskyld meg'.

Not at all. It is perfectly polite and neutral for all ages.

Unnskyld is for 'Excuse me' (attention/minor). Beklager is for 'I'm sorry' (regret/mistake).

You can say 'Det går bra' (It's okay) or 'Helt i orden' (Quite alright).

Yes, it is common to say 'Unnskyld' or 'Unnskyld meg' after sneezing in a quiet room.

No, 'meg' adds a bit of weight and formality. For a quick 'sorry' as you pass someone, 'Unnskyld' is enough.

عبارات مرتبط

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Beklager

similar

I'm sorry / I regret

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Vær så snill

builds on

Please

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Ingen årsak

contrast

No problem / Don't mention it

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