Excusez-moi
Excuse me
Language note: Useful to get attention or apologize before bumping into someone.
Culture note: Used even in casual situations to navigate through tight spaces politely.
Context: The tourist realizes they spilled some coffee on the table.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Excusez
[ehk-skew-zay]
Excuse me
Used to politely get someone's attention or apologize.
"Excusez-moi", pouvez-vous m'aider?
"Excuse me", can you help me?
-moi
[mwah]
Excuse me
Used to politely get someone's attention or apologize.
"Excusez-moi", pouvez-vous m'aider?
"Excuse me", can you help me?
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