🇸🇰 Slovak phrases

How to Say "Excuse me" in Slovak

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Prepáčte
"Excuse me" in Slovak · say it like preh-pah-ch-teh

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Slovak is Prepáčte. 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

Prepáč
more casual, used among friends or in informal situations
Ospravedlňujem sa
more formal, used when making a serious apology

When to use it

Use 'Prepáčte' when you want to politely interrupt someone or when you need to apologize for a minor mistake. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. For a more casual situation, you can simply say 'Prepáč'.

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Examples in Slovak

SlovakEnglish
Prepáčte, môžem sa opýtať na cestu?Excuse me, can I ask for directions?
Prepáč, že meškám.Sorry that I'm late.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Prepáčte' with 'Prepáč', using the formal version in casual situations.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Prepáčte'?

Use 'Prepáčte' in formal situations or when speaking to someone you don't know well.

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