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How to Say "Excuse me" in Serbian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Izvinite
"Excuse me" in Serbian 路 say it like eez-vee-nee-teh

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Serbian is Izvinite. 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

Izvinjavam se
more formal, used when apologizing
Oprostite
also formal, often used in more serious contexts

When to use it

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

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Examples in Serbian

SerbianEnglish
Izvinite, gde se nalazi najbli啪a prodavnica?Excuse me, where is the nearest store?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'izvinite' with 'izvini', which is more casual and used among friends.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'izvinite' instead of 'izvini'?

'Izvinite' is more polite and suitable for formal situations, while 'izvini' is informal.

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