Pardon
Sorry/Excuse me
Language note: Not just for apologies, say it if you bump into someone.
Culture note: Manners matter in France, use 'Pardon' to gracefully excuse yourself.
Context: You accidentally bump into someone on your way out.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Pardon
[pahr-dohn]
Sorry
Used to express apology or politeness.
Pardon, je ne vous avais pas vu.
Sorry, I didn't see you.
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