🇮🇷 Persian phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Persian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ببخشید
"Forgive me" in Persian · say it like beh-bakh-sheed

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Persian is ببخشید. 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

معذرت می‌خواهم
more formal and polite
ببخشید لطفاً
adds a polite touch

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or inconvenience. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. Use it when you bump into someone or interrupt a conversation.

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Examples in Persian

PersianEnglish
ببخشید، می‌توانم سوالی بپرسم؟Excuse me, can I ask a question?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'ببخشیدم' which is incorrect.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'ببخشید'?

Use it when you need to apologize or get someone's attention politely.

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