English–German
“excuse me” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛntˈʃʊldɪgʊŋ/
Example
Entschuldigung, darf ich kurz stören?
Excuse me, may I interrupt for a moment?
How to say “excuse me” in German
“Excuse me” in German is Entschuldigung.
A polite interruption signal that opens contact while leaving the exact reason, such as an apology or request, to the following words.
Example sentences with Entschuldigung
Entschuldigung, ich habe Sie nicht verstanden.
Excuse me, I didn't understand you.
Tips for using Entschuldigung
- Entschuldigung often precedes a request or question, as in Entschuldigung, darf ich kurz stören?, rather than functioning only as an apology.
Other German words for “excuse me”
Verzeihung, können Sie mir den Weg zum Bahnhof zeigen?
Excuse me, could you show me the way to the train station?