Meaning
Used to get someone's attention or apologize.
Cultural Background
Politeness is highly valued. Always use 'Scuză-mă' when entering a shop or asking for help. Similar to Romania, but 'Pardon' is used slightly more often in urban areas. People are generally more formal; 'Scuzați-mă' is preferred even in casual settings. Fast-paced city life; 'Scuză-mă' is used constantly in the metro.
Smile
Always smile when saying 'Scuză-mă'. It makes you sound much more polite.
Tone
Use a rising tone if you are asking a question, and a flat tone if you are apologizing.
Meaning
Used to get someone's attention or apologize.
Smile
Always smile when saying 'Scuză-mă'. It makes you sound much more polite.
Tone
Use a rising tone if you are asking a question, and a flat tone if you are apologizing.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
______, ai un foc?
Since you are asking one person, the informal 'Scuză-mă' is correct.
Which is the formal version?
Choose the formal way to say 'Excuse me'.
The suffix '-ți' indicates the plural/formal address.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You bump into a stranger.
It is the standard apology for minor accidents.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercises______, ai un foc?
Since you are asking one person, the informal 'Scuză-mă' is correct.
Choose the formal way to say 'Excuse me'.
The suffix '-ți' indicates the plural/formal address.
You bump into a stranger.
It is the standard apology for minor accidents.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, use 'Scuzați-mă' to show respect.
Only with close friends.
Related Phrases
Îmi pare rău
synonymI am sorry
Te rog
builds onPlease
Pardon
synonymPardon
Scuzați-mă
specialized formExcuse me (formal)
