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How to Say "Excuse me" in Croatian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Oprostite
"Excuse me" in Croatian 路 say it like oh-pros-tee-teh

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Croatian is Oprostite. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Ispri膷avam se
more formal, often used when apologizing
Izvini
casual, used among friends or in informal situations

When to use it

Use 'Oprostite' when you want to politely interrupt someone or ask for their attention. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. You can use it when you need to ask a question or when you accidentally bump into someone.

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Examples in Croatian

CroatianEnglish
Oprostite, gdje se nalazi najbli啪a trgovina?Excuse me, where is the nearest store?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Oprostite' with 'Izvini', using the latter in formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Oprostite, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Croatian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Oprostite' instead of 'Izvini'?

'Oprostite' is more suitable for formal situations, while 'Izvini' is casual.

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