🇧🇩 Bengali phrases

How to Say "I'm sorry" in Bengali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
দুঃখিত
"I'm sorry" in Bengali · say it like doo-khito

The most natural way to say "I'm sorry" in Bengali is দুঃখিত. 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

মাফ করবেন
more formal, often used in serious situations
দুঃখিত ভাই/বোন
casual, used among friends or peers

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or an inconvenience. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It's a polite way to express regret and is commonly used in everyday conversations.

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Examples in Bengali

BengaliEnglish
দুঃখিত, আমি দেরি করে এসেছি।I'm sorry, I arrived late.
দুঃখিত, আমি আপনার কথা শুনতে পাইনি।I'm sorry, I didn't hear what you said.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'দুঃখিত' with 'দুঃখ', which means 'sorrow' rather than 'sorry'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'দুঃখিত' in a formal letter?

Yes, 'দুঃখিত' is appropriate for both spoken and written apologies.

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