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How to Say "Excuse me" in Telugu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
క్షమించండి
"Excuse me" in Telugu · say it like kshaminchandi

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Telugu is క్షమించండి. 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

క్షమించండి గారు
more formal, often used when addressing someone respectfully
సారీ
casual, often used among friends

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 Telugu

TeluguEnglish
క్షమించండి, మీకు సహాయం కావాలా?Excuse me, do you need help?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'సారీ', which is more casual and less formal.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'క్షమించండి'?

Use it when you want to politely interrupt or apologize.

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