🇵🇰 Urdu phrases

How to Say "Excuse me" in Urdu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
معاف کیجیے
"Excuse me" in Urdu · say it like ma-af kee-jee-ay

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Urdu is معاف کیجیے. 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

معاف کریں
more formal, often used in written communication
سوری
casual, used among friends or in informal settings

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to get someone's attention politely. It's also appropriate when you need to apologize for a minor inconvenience. Use it in both formal and informal situations.

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Examples in Urdu

UrduEnglish
معاف کیجیے، کیا آپ مجھے راستہ بتا سکتے ہیں؟Excuse me, can you tell me the way?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'سوری' which is more casual.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'معاف کریں' instead of 'معاف کیجیے'?

'معاف کریں' is more formal and suitable for written communication or when addressing someone respectfully.

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