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How to Say "Forgive me" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Beni affet
"Forgive me" in Turkish 路 say it like beh-nee ah-fet

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Turkish is Beni affet. 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

Affedersin
more casual, often used among friends
Beni affedin
more formal, used when addressing multiple people

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you have made a mistake and want to apologize. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. It shows humility and a desire to make amends.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Ge莽 kald谋m, beni affet.I am late, forgive me.
Sana yanl谋艧 yapt谋m, beni affet l眉tfen.I did you wrong, please forgive me.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'affet' with 'ba臒谋艧la', 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 Beni affet, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Turkish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'affedersin' instead of 'beni affet'?

'Affedersin' is more casual and suitable for friends, while 'beni affet' can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

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