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How to Say "Forgive me" in Kannada

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ
"Forgive me" in Kannada · say it like kshamisi

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Kannada is ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ. 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

ಕ್ಷಮಿಸು
used in a more casual context
ಕ್ಷಮೆಯಾಗಿ
more formal way to ask for forgiveness

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or a misunderstanding. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. Use it when you feel you have wronged someone or when you need to express regret.

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Examples in Kannada

KannadaEnglish
ನಾನು ನಿಮ್ಮನ್ನು ನೋವು ಕೊಟ್ಟಿದ್ದರೆ, ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ.If I have hurt you, forgive me.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'ಕ್ಷಮೆ' which means 'forgiveness' rather than the act of asking for it.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ'?

Use it when you want to apologize for something you did wrong.

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