Meaning
Used to apologize or get someone's attention politely.
Cultural Background
People often use 'माफ़ करना' followed by a slight nod. In English-speaking urban areas, 'Sorry' is used more frequently than 'माफ़ करना'.
Smile!
A smile makes 'माफ़ करना' sound much more sincere.
Meaning
Used to apologize or get someone's attention politely.
Smile!
A smile makes 'माफ़ करना' sound much more sincere.
Test Yourself
Which phrase is best for a small mistake?
You bump into someone. What do you say?
It is the standard polite apology.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesYou bump into someone. What do you say?
It is the standard polite apology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsBetter to use 'क्षमा करें' for a boss.
Related Phrases
क्षमा करें
synonymForgive me
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builds onNo problem