Greek Word of the Day
συγγνώμη
/see-GHNO-mee/ • interjection / noun — 17th of Jun, 2026
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Meaning: sorry; excuse me; (request for) forgiveness
Examples
- Συγγνώμη, δεν σε άκουσα.
(Sorry, I didn't hear you.) - Συγγνώμη που άργησα.
(Sorry that I was late.) - Συγγνώμη, μπορείτε να με βοηθήσετε;
(Excuse me, can you help me?)
Synonyms
- με συγχωρείτε
- συγχωρέστε με
Use συγγνώμη to apologize for mistakes or small inconveniences and to get someone's attention politely. It works in informal and formal situations; for a more formal tone you can say "με συγχωρείτε." The verb form is "συγχωρώ" (to forgive).
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