Entschuldigung
Excuse me
Language note: Great for getting someone's attention politely.
Culture note: Germans appreciate politeness and straightforwardness, so start your sentence with this to be respectful.
Context: A passenger gets into a taxi and wants to confirm payment options.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Entschuldigung
[Ent-shool-dee-gung]
Sorry
Used to apologize or express regret.
Entschuldigung, können Sie mir helfen?
Sorry, can you help me?
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