disculpa
excuse me (informal), sorry
Pronunciation
/dis.ˈkul.pa/
Cultural Note
This is the tú (informal) version of 'disculpe.' Use it with friends, peers, or younger people. The choice between disculpa and disculpe immediately signals the level of formality in the conversation. In Spain, younger people almost exclusively use 'disculpa' with each other.
📝 Example Sentences
Disculpa, ¿tienes hora?
Excuse me, do you have the time?
Disculpa que te interrumpa.
Sorry to interrupt you.
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