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How to Say "Excuse me" in Danish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Undskyld
"Excuse me" in Danish 路 say it like oon-skool

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Danish is Undskyld. 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

Undskyld mig
more formal, used when addressing someone directly
Forlader du mig?
used when you want to excuse yourself from a conversation

When to use it

Use 'undskyld' when you want to politely interrupt someone or when you need to apologize. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. You can use it when bumping into someone or when you need to ask a question.

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Examples in Danish

DanishEnglish
Undskyld, kan jeg stille et sp酶rgsm氓l?Excuse me, can I ask a question?
Undskyld, jeg mente ikke at forstyrre.Excuse me, I didn't mean to disturb.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'undskyld' with 'undskyld mig', but the former is more general.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'undskyld'?

You should use 'undskyld' when you want to apologize or get someone's attention politely.

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