🇨🇿 Czech phrases

How to Say "Excuse me" in Czech

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
promiňte
"Excuse me" in Czech · say it like pro-min-teh

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Czech is promiňte. 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

omlouvám se
used when you want to apologize more personally
pardon
borrowed from French, used in casual settings

When to use it

Use 'promiňte' when you want to politely interrupt someone or ask for their attention. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. You can use it in shops, during conversations, or when trying to get past someone.

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Examples in Czech

CzechEnglish
Promiňte, mohl byste mi pomoci?Excuse me, could you help me?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'promiňte' with 'promiň', which is more casual.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'promiňte' instead of 'omlouvám se'?

'Promiňte' is for getting attention or interrupting, while 'omlouvám se' is specifically for apologizing.

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