🇪🇹 Amharic phrases

How to Say "I'm sorry" in Amharic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
እቅፍ ነኝ
"I'm sorry" in Amharic · say it like ih-k'if nen

The most natural way to say "I'm sorry" in Amharic is እቅፍ ነኝ. 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

እቅፍ ነኝ ይቅርታ
more formal, often used in serious situations
ይቅርታ
casual, can be used in everyday conversations

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express regret or apologize for something. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It is polite to say this when you have made a mistake or caused inconvenience to someone.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
እቅፍ ነኝ ለእንቅስቃሴውI am sorry for the inconvenience
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'እቅፍ ነኝ' and use it inappropriately in casual contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'እቅፍ ነኝ'?

Use it whenever you need to apologize or express regret.

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