Signification
Used to apologize for a minor mistake.
Contexte culturel
At a formal dinner, if you must interrupt the toastmaster, a quiet 'Bodishi' is mandatory to show you aren't being disrespectful. In the Tbilisi Metro, 'Bodishi' is used almost like a tool. People expect to hear it before you push past them. If a host offers you food and you are full, saying 'Bodishi' before declining makes the refusal much softer. Younger Georgians often use the English 'Sori' in texts, but 'Bodishi' remains the standard for face-to-face interaction.
The 'T' Trick
Add a 't' (Bodishit) to sound instantly more respectful to strangers.
Don't Over-apologize
Georgians are direct. Say it once, mean it, and move on. Constant apologizing can seem insincere.
Signification
Used to apologize for a minor mistake.
The 'T' Trick
Add a 't' (Bodishit) to sound instantly more respectful to strangers.
Don't Over-apologize
Georgians are direct. Say it once, mean it, and move on. Constant apologizing can seem insincere.
Hand on Heart
Placing your hand on your heart while saying 'Bodishi' to an elder is a high-level cultural move that earns huge respect.
Response
When someone says 'Bodishi' to you, the most common response is 'Araushavs' (It's nothing/No problem).
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct word for a minor apology.
________, დამაგვიანდა.
You use 'Bodishi' when you are late.
Which word is most appropriate for a crowded bus?
You need to pass someone to get to the door. You say:
'Bodishi' is the standard way to ask to pass.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ვაიმე! (Steps on foot) B: ________ A: არაუშავს.
The person who stepped on the foot should apologize.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You forgot to call your mother.
'Damavitskda' means 'I forgot'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say Bodishi
Mistakes
- • Late
- • Spilled drink
- • Wrong name
Physical
- • Bumping
- • Passing
- • Stepping on toe
Banque d exercices
4 exercices________, დამაგვიანდა.
You use 'Bodishi' when you are late.
You need to pass someone to get to the door. You say:
'Bodishi' is the standard way to ask to pass.
A: ვაიმე! (Steps on foot) B: ________ A: არაუშავს.
The person who stepped on the foot should apologize.
Situation: You forgot to call your mother.
'Damavitskda' means 'I forgot'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with friends, but also with strangers in the street.
No, that would be very strange. Use 'Vusamdzimreb' for condolences.
'Bodishi' is for when you made a mistake. 'Ukatsravad' is for when you want to interrupt or ask something.
Say 'Didi bodishi' (Big apology) or 'Atasjer bodishi' (A thousand apologies).
As a standalone word, no. It stays 'Bodishi' regardless of who you are talking to.
Only with close friends or in very casual texts. Don't use it with older people.
Say 'Vaime, bodishi!' (Oh my, sorry!)
Say 'Bodishi, damagvianda'.
Yes, 'Bodishit' is used when apologizing to a group.
Yes, it's perfectly fine for minor office mistakes.
Expressions liées
უკაცრავად
similarExcuse me
მაპატიე
specialized formForgive me
არაუშავს
contrastIt's okay / No problem
ბოდიშს გიხდით
formalI apologize to you
წუხილი
builds onRegret / Sorrow
