A1 Expression フォーマル

Afedersiniz

Excuse me

意味

Used to get attention or apologize politely.

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文化的背景

In crowded cities like Istanbul, 'Afedersiniz' is often shortened in pronunciation to 'Afdersiniz' or even 'Pardon' to keep up with the fast pace. When visiting a Turkish home, if you need to leave the room briefly, saying 'Afedersiniz' or 'Müsaadenizle' (with your permission) is expected. In Turkish offices, hierarchy is respected. Always use 'Afedersiniz' when entering a superior's room, even if the door is open. On buses, 'Afedersiniz' is the polite way to ask people to move so you can reach the exit. It's often said loudly so the driver hears you too.

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The 'Bakar mısınız' Combo

For maximum politeness with waiters, say 'Afedersiniz, bakar mısınız?'

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Avoid 'Afedersin' with Elders

Even if you are at an A1 level, using the informal version with an older person can seem rude.

意味

Used to get attention or apologize politely.

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The 'Bakar mısınız' Combo

For maximum politeness with waiters, say 'Afedersiniz, bakar mısınız?'

⚠️

Avoid 'Afedersin' with Elders

Even if you are at an A1 level, using the informal version with an older person can seem rude.

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Body Language

A small nod of the head while saying 'Afedersiniz' adds a layer of sincerity and respect.

自分をテスト

You want to ask a stranger for the time. What do you say?

________, saat kaç?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Afedersiniz

'Afedersiniz' is the correct way to politely get a stranger's attention.

Complete the sentence with the correct formal ending.

Afeder______, Taksim Meydanı nerede?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: siniz

The '-siniz' ending makes the word formal and appropriate for strangers.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: You accidentally bump into someone in a shop.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Afedersiniz

'Afedersiniz' is used for minor physical accidents.

Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.

A: ________, bakar mısınız? B: Buyurun, ne istemiştiniz?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Afedersiniz

In a restaurant or shop, 'Afedersiniz' is the standard opener.

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ビジュアル学習ツール

When to say Afedersiniz

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Getting Attention

  • Waiters
  • Strangers
  • Clerks
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Minor Accidents

  • Bumping
  • Stepping on toes
  • Wrong seat
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Moving

  • Crowded bus
  • Narrow street
  • Elevators

練習問題バンク

4 問題
You want to ask a stranger for the time. What do you say? Choose A1

________, saat kaç?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Afedersiniz

'Afedersiniz' is the correct way to politely get a stranger's attention.

Complete the sentence with the correct formal ending. Fill Blank A1

Afeder______, Taksim Meydanı nerede?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: siniz

The '-siniz' ending makes the word formal and appropriate for strangers.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A1

Situation: You accidentally bump into someone in a shop.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Afedersiniz

'Afedersiniz' is used for minor physical accidents.

Fill in the missing part of the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: ________, bakar mısınız? B: Buyurun, ne istemiştiniz?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Afedersiniz

In a restaurant or shop, 'Afedersiniz' is the standard opener.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Both are correct. 'Affedersiniz' is the formal dictionary spelling, but 'Afedersiniz' is more common in daily life.

Yes, 'Pardon' is very common in cities, but 'Afedersiniz' sounds more polite and 'Turkish'.

Use 'Çok özür dilerim'. 'Afedersiniz' is not enough for serious mistakes.

You can say 'Buyurun' (Yes/Go ahead) or 'Rica ederim' (You're welcome/No problem).

Yes, to politely introduce a question or a small request.

No! Use 'Başınız sağ olsun' for that.

Literally yes, but in 99% of cases, it just means 'Excuse me'.

Yes, it's a great word for children to learn to show they are well-behaved.

Yes, it's the most appropriate way to do so.

Not exactly, but 'Baksana' (Look here) is the very casual/rude equivalent.

関連フレーズ

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Pardon

synonym

Excuse me / Sorry

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Kusura bakmayın

similar

Don't look at the fault

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Özür dilerim

builds on

I apologize

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Müsaadenizle

specialized form

With your permission

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Bakar mısınız?

similar

Will you look?

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