a cere scuze
to apologize
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/a ˈt͡ʃe.re ˈsku.ze/
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Cultural Note
'A cere scuze' is more formal than simply saying 'scuze' (sorry). In Romanian culture, a proper apology often involves explaining what went wrong and demonstrating changed behavior, not just words.
📝 Example Sentences
Vreau să-ți cer scuze pentru comportamentul meu.
I want to apologize for my behavior.
A cerut scuze, dar era prea târziu.
He apologized, but it was too late.
Nu-mi e ușor să cer scuze.
It's not easy for me to apologize.