🇨🇿 Czech phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Czech

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Omluv mě
"Forgive me" in Czech · say it like ohl-moo-v me

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Czech is Omluv mě. 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

Omlouvám se
more formal and often used when taking responsibility
Promiň
casual and used among friends or in informal situations

When to use it

You can use 'Omluv mě' when you want to apologize for a specific action. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Use 'Omlouvám se' when you want to express a more general apology or take responsibility for something larger.

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Examples in Czech

CzechEnglish
Omluv mě, prosím, že jsem přišel pozdě.Forgive me, please, for being late.
Omlouvám se za chybu, kterou jsem udělal.I apologize for the mistake I made.
Promiň, že jsem ti nezavolal.Sorry for not calling you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Omluv mě' with 'Omlouvám se', using them interchangeably without considering the context.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Omlouvám se' instead of 'Omluv mě'?

'Omlouvám se' is more appropriate when you are taking responsibility for a broader issue, while 'Omluv mě' is for specific situations.

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