Eu sei que SIM, mas me desculpe.
I know you do, but I'm sorry.
Context: There's recognition of correctness but accompanied by an apology.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Eu
[ee-oo]
I
Refers to the person speaking.
Eu posso ajudar.
I can help.
sei
[say]
know
To be aware of through observation or information.
Eu sei o caminho.
I know the way.
que
[keh]
that
Used to introduce a clause.
Eu sei que ele vem.
I know that he is coming.
SIM
[seem]
yes
Used to give an affirmative response.
Sim, você está certo.
Yes, you are right.
mas
[mas]
but
Used to introduce something contrasting.
Eu entendo, mas discordo.
I understand, but I disagree.
me
[mee]
me
Used by a speaker to refer to themselves.
Você me conhece.
You know me.
desculpe
[des-koo-lpe]
sorry
A polite expression used to forgive or ask for forgiveness.
Me desculpe pelo erro.
Sorry for the mistake.
Phrase Parts
Eu sei que SIM,
Mas me desculpe.
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