German phrase

Entschuldigen Sie ~ die Unterbrechung.

Meaning

Please excuse me ___ for interrupting

When to use it

It is an advance apology. It sounds formal, courteous, and restrained.

Example dialogue

Entschuldigen Sie vorab die Unterbrechung. Darf ich kurz etwas fragen?

Please excuse me in advance for interrupting. May I ask a quick question?

Ja, gern. Worum geht es?

Yes, of course. What is it about?

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