xin lỗi
interjection · Beginner · Greetings & Phrases
Meaning
English: Sorry; excuse me
An apology, also used to get someone’s attention politely.
Examples
🗣 Xin lỗi, tôi đến muộn.
💬 Sorry, I am late.
Etymology
The phrase ‘xin lỗi’ combines ‘xin’, meaning ‘to request’, and ‘lỗi’, meaning ‘fault’ or ‘mistake’, thus translating to ‘request pardon for a fault’.
How & Where It’s Used
‘Xin lỗi’ is employed in both formal and informal situations to express regret or apologize, suitable for spoken and written contexts.
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