iertare

forgiveness, pardon

Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation

/jerˈta.re/

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Cultural Note

'Iertare' is a cornerstone of Romanian spiritual life. During Easter season, asking for forgiveness is ritualized — people approach each other saying 'Iartă-mă dacă te-am supărat' (Forgive me if I've upset you).

📝 Example Sentences

Îți cer iertare din tot sufletul.

I ask for your forgiveness with all my soul.

Iertarea nu este ușoară, dar este necesară.

Forgiveness is not easy, but it is necessary.

A cerut iertare în genunchi.

He asked for forgiveness on his knees.

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