scusa
excuse / apology / sorry
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈskuːza/
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Cultural Note
Scusa (informal, to someone you address as 'tu') and scusi (formal, to someone you address as 'Lei') are essential daily words. 'Chiedere scusa' means to apologize formally. Italians distinguish between genuine apologies and mere excuses with the context and tone.
📝 Example Sentences
Ti devo delle scuse.
I owe you an apology.
Scusa, non volevo offenderti.
Sorry, I didn't mean to offend you.
Non accetto le tue scuse questa volta.
I don't accept your apologies this time.