🇮🇱 Hebrew phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Hebrew

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
סליחה
"Forgive me" in Hebrew · say it like slee-khah

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Hebrew is סליחה. 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

סליחה רבה
more formal, used when you want to emphasize your apology
אני מצטער
used when you want to express regret personally

When to use it

You can use 'סליחה' when you bump into someone or make a mistake. It's appropriate in both casual and formal situations. If you want to apologize more deeply, you can say 'סליחה רבה'.

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Examples in Hebrew

HebrewEnglish
סליחה, לא התכוונתי לפגוע.Sorry, I didn't mean to hurt you.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'סליחה' with 'תסלח לי', which is more direct and less common.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'סליחה'?

Use it whenever you need to apologize or ask for forgiveness.

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