sich entschuldigen
to apologize
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/zɪç ɛntˈʃʊldɪɡn̩/
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Cultural Note
Germans take apologies seriously. A sincere 'Entschuldigung' (apology) is expected to be accompanied by changed behavior. The word literally contains 'Schuld' (guilt/fault), so 'sich entschuldigen' literally means to free oneself from guilt.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich möchte mich bei dir entschuldigen.
I would like to apologize to you.
Er hat sich für sein Verhalten entschuldigt.
He apologized for his behavior.
Entschuldige bitte, das war mein Fehler.
I'm sorry, that was my mistake.