🇵🇰 Urdu phrases

How to Say "I'm sorry" in Urdu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
مجھے افسوس ہے
"I'm sorry" in Urdu · say it like mujhe afsos hai

The most natural way to say "I'm sorry" in Urdu is مجھے افسوس ہے. 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

معاف کیجیے
more formal, used in polite contexts
سوری
casual, often used in informal 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's a polite way to acknowledge a mistake or an unfortunate situation.

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Examples in Urdu

UrduEnglish
مجھے افسوس ہے کہ میں وقت پر نہیں پہنچ سکاI am sorry that I could not arrive on time.
مجھے افسوس ہے کہ آپ کو تکلیف ہوئیI am sorry that you were hurt.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'میں معافی چاہتا ہوں', which is more direct and means 'I ask for forgiveness'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'معاف کیجیے' instead of 'مجھے افسوس ہے'?

Use 'معاف کیجیے' when you want to formally ask for forgiveness, especially in serious situations.

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