Désolé
Sorry
Language note: Used for apologies.
Culture note: Politeness in France often involves saying 'désolé' even for minor inconveniences.
Context: The driver's response to your question about card payment.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Désolé
[day-zoh-lay]
Sorry
An apology often used to express remorse.
Je suis désolé pour l'attente.
I am sorry for the wait.
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