Croatian Word of the Day
izvinite
iz-VI-ni-te • interjection (polite imperative of the verb 'izviniti se') — 27th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: Excuse me; I'm sorry (a polite expression used to get someone's attention or to apologize)
Examples
- Izvinite, gdje je najbliža autobusna stanica?
(Excuse me, where is the nearest bus station?) - Izvinite što sam zakasnio.
(Sorry that I was late.) - Izvinite, nisam vas vidio.
(Sorry, I didn't see you.)
Synonyms
- oprostite
- ispričavam se
Use 'izvinite' in polite or formal situations to get someone's attention (like asking for directions) or to apologize to strangers, shop staff, or older people. For informal apologies to friends or family, use 'oprosti' or 'ispričavam se'. Context tells whether it means 'excuse me' or 'I'm sorry.'
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