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.