🇺🇦 Ukrainian phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Ukrainian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Пробач мені
"Forgive me" in Ukrainian · say it like proh-bahch meh-nee

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Ukrainian is Пробач мені. 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

Вибач мене
more casual and commonly used among friends
Пробачте мені
more formal, used when addressing someone respectfully

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 casual and formal situations. Use it when you feel you have wronged someone or when you want to express regret.

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Examples in Ukrainian

UkrainianEnglish
Пробач мені за запізнення.Forgive me for being late.
Пробач мені, я не хотів тебе образити.Forgive me, I didn't mean to offend you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'пробач' with 'вибач', but they are used in slightly different contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'пробач' instead of 'вибач'?

'Пробач' is more formal, while 'вибач' is casual and friendly.

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