How to Say "I'm sorry" in Khmer
The most natural way to say "I'm sorry" in Khmer is សូមទោស. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
You can use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or inconvenience. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when you feel regret or want to express sympathy for someone's situation.
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Examples in Khmer
| Khmer | English |
|---|---|
| សូមទោសចំពោះការពិបាកនេះ។ | I am sorry for this inconvenience. |
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Frequently asked questions
When should I use 'សូមទោស'?
Use it whenever you need to apologize, whether for a small mistake or a larger issue.
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