🇸🇦 Arabic phrases
How to say “Excuse me” in Arabic
لو سمحت
law samaht
Literally: If you permitneutral
Used to get someone's attention, e.g. a waiter or passer-by; say law samahti to a woman. To squeeze past or leave, use an idhnak.
Other ways to say it
| Arabic | Pronunciation | Meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|---|
| عن إذنك | an idhnak | With your permission | Passing by someone or excusing yourself to leave; an idhnik to a woman |
| عفوا | afwan | Pardon | Minor apology or asking someone to repeat |
In a sentence
لو سمحت، أين المحطة؟
law samaht, ayna al-mahatta?
Excuse me, where is the station?
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“Excuse me” in other languages
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