🇮🇳 Malayalam phrases

How to Say "Excuse me" in Malayalam

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ക്ഷമിക്കണം
"Excuse me" in Malayalam · say it like kshamikkana

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Malayalam is ക്ഷമിക്കണം. 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

ക്ഷമിക്കണം, സാറ്
more formal, often used when addressing someone respectfully
ക്ഷമിക്കണം, അമ്മ
casual, used when addressing a woman or mother figure

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to get someone's attention politely. It can also be used to apologize for a minor mistake. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations.

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Examples in Malayalam

MalayalamEnglish
ക്ഷമിക്കണം, ഞാൻ ചോദിക്കണം.Excuse me, I need to ask something.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'ക്ഷമിക്കൂ', which is less formal.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'ക്ഷമിക്കണം'?

Use it when you want to politely interrupt or apologize.

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