A1 Expression Formal

मुझे माफ़ करना

mujhe maaf karna

Excuse me / I am sorry

Meaning

Used to apologize or to get attention politely.

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Cultural Background

Politeness is often expressed through verb endings. English is often used for apologies in professional settings. Apologizing to elders requires high respect.

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Verb endings

Change 'karna' to 'kijiye' for elders.

Meaning

Used to apologize or to get attention politely.

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Verb endings

Change 'karna' to 'kijiye' for elders.

Test Yourself

Which phrase is correct for a stranger?

How do you ask a stranger for help?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मुझे माफ़ करना

It is polite and standard for strangers.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which phrase is correct for a stranger? Choose A1

How do you ask a stranger for help?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मुझे माफ़ करना

It is polite and standard for strangers.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but use 'kijiye' instead of 'karna'.

Related Phrases

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क्षमा करें

specialized form

Forgive me

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मुझे अफ़सोस है

contrast

I am sorry (regret)

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