Bulgarian Word of the Day
извинете
iz-vi-NE-te • verb (imperative, formal/plural) — 27th of May, 2026
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Meaning: Excuse me / I'm sorry — a polite expression used to get someone's attention, apologize, or ask forgiveness (formal or plural imperative of the verb 'извинявам').
Examples
- Извинете, може ли да попитам нещо?
(Excuse me, may I ask something?) - Извинете, закъснях за срещата.
(I'm sorry, I was late for the meeting.) - Извинете, трябва да мина.
(Excuse me, I need to pass.)
Synonyms
- извини
- извинявай
- съжалявам
Use 'извинете' in polite or formal situations to get attention (e.g., asking a question, approaching a stranger) or to apologize for small inconveniences. For friends or informal contexts, use 'извини' or 'извинявай'. 'Съжалявам' often expresses stronger regret than a brief 'excuse me.'
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