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How to Say "Forgive me" in Polish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Przepraszam
"Forgive me" in Polish 路 say it like psheh-prah-shahm

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Polish is Przepraszam. 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

Przepraszam bardzo
more formal and polite, often used in serious situations
Wybacz mi
more personal and intimate, used among friends or loved ones

When to use it

Use 'Przepraszam' when you want to apologize for a mistake or inconvenience. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. You can use it when bumping into someone or when you need to interrupt someone politely.

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Examples in Polish

PolishEnglish
Przepraszam, czy mog臋 przej艣膰?Excuse me, can I pass?
Przepraszam za sp贸藕nienie.I'm sorry for being late.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'przepraszam' with 'przepraszam bardzo', thinking they are interchangeable in all contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'przepraszam' instead of 'wybacz mi'?

'Przepraszam' is more versatile and can be used in most situations, while 'wybacz mi' is more personal.

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