przepraszać
to apologize
Pronunciation
/pʂɛˈpraʂat͡ɕ/
Cultural Note
'Przepraszam' is one of the most versatile words in Polish — it means both 'I'm sorry' and 'excuse me.' In relationships, a sincere 'przepraszam' can heal wounds, but Poles believe actions must follow words. The ability to apologize gracefully is considered a sign of emotional maturity.
📝 Example Sentences
Przepraszam, że zapomniałem o naszej rocznicy.
I'm sorry that I forgot about our anniversary.
Przepraszaj, kiedy czujesz, że kogoś skrzywdziłeś.
Apologize when you feel that you've hurt someone.
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