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How to Say "I'm sorry" in Polish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Przepraszam
"I'm sorry" in Polish 路 say it like psheh-prah-sham

The most natural way to say "I'm sorry" in Polish is Przepraszam. 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

Przykro mi
Used to express sadness or sympathy
Przepraszam bardzo
A more emphatic way to apologize

When to use it

You can use 'Przepraszam' when you want to apologize for a mistake or inconvenience. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. Use it when you bump into someone or when you need to interrupt someone politely.

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Examples in Polish

PolishEnglish
Przepraszam, nie chcia艂em ci臋 urazi膰.I'm sorry, I didn't mean to offend you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Przepraszam' with 'Dzi臋kuj臋' (thank you).

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Przykro mi' instead of 'Przepraszam'?

'Przykro mi' is more suitable when expressing sympathy or sadness, while 'Przepraszam' is for direct apologies.

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