🇻🇳 Vietnamese phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Vietnamese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Xin lỗi tôi
"Forgive me" in Vietnamese · say it like sin loy toy

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Vietnamese is Xin lỗi tôi. 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

Xin lỗi
a more casual way to say sorry
Xin hãy tha lỗi cho tôi
a more formal way to ask for forgiveness

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or an offense. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It's important to express sincerity when saying it.

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Examples in Vietnamese

VietnameseEnglish
Xin lỗi tôi đã đến muộn.I'm sorry I arrived late.
Xin lỗi, tôi không có ý đó.I'm sorry, I didn't mean that.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'tôi' (I) when apologizing, making it sound incomplete.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Xin lỗi' instead of 'Xin lỗi tôi'?

'Xin lỗi' is sufficient for casual situations, while 'Xin lỗi tôi' is more complete and formal.

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