Cometi um erro
I made a mistake
Language note: Expresses responsibility and humility.
Culture note: Taking ownership of actions is respected in Portuguese culture.
Context: You ordered the wrong drink and now need to correct it.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Cometi
[koh-meh-TEE]
Made
Past of make; to have committed or done something.
Cometi um erro quando subestimei o trabalho.
I made an error when I underestimated the work.
um
[oom]
An / One
Used with a noun to refer to a single item or thing.
Comi uma maçã.
I ate an apple.
erro
[EH-roo]
Error
A mistake.
Cometi um erro de digitação.
I made a typing error.
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