🇮🇳 Hindi phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Hindi

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
मुझे माफ करो
"Forgive me" in Hindi · say it like moo-jhay maaf karo

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Hindi is मुझे माफ करो. 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

मुझे माफ कीजिए
more formal way to ask for forgiveness
माफ कर दो
casual way, often used among friends

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or wrongdoing. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It's a polite way to express regret and seek forgiveness from someone.

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Examples in Hindi

HindiEnglish
मुझे माफ करो, मैंने तुम्हारा नाम भूल गया।Forgive me, I forgot your name.
मुझे माफ कीजिए, मैं देर से आया।Please forgive me, I arrived late.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'माफ करो' with 'क्षमा करो', which is more formal and less commonly used in casual conversation.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'मुझे माफ करो'?

You can use it whenever you feel sorry for something you've done and want to apologize.

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