Expression · A1 · Spanish glossary
Perdón: sorry
perdón
Pronunciation: pehr-DOHN (stress the capital letters)
Perdón means “sorry” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: sorry; excuse me
- How to say it: pehr-DOHN
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “perdón” means and how to use it
Perdón means “sorry” or “excuse me.” You use it for small mistakes, to get attention, or to ask someone to repeat.
Examples with audio
- Perdón, ¿me puedes repetir?Excuse me, can you repeat that?
- Perdón por llegar tarde.Sorry for arriving late.
- Perdón, ¿dónde está la estación?Excuse me, where is the station?
Usage tip
For a bigger apology, say “lo siento” or “perdóname.” For passing through a crowd, many people say “con permiso.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “sorry” in Spanish?
“sorry” in Spanish is “perdón.” It is pronounced pehr-DOHN, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “perdón”?
Say pehr-DOHN. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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