patawad
The Bicol word for sorry is patawad.
The word is used as an expression of regret or sorrow.
Meaning: expression of regret or sorrow (intj)
Which one should you use?
You may use Patawad po to show respect to elders or authority figures or Patawad tabi to provide a formal apology with a humble tone. For much less formal situations, you can use Pasensya na or the colloquial Sori na.
Did you know?
- The word pasensya comes from the Spanish 'paciencia', meaning 'patience'. When you say Pasensya na, you are essentially asking the other person to have patience with you.
- While patawad is used for apologies, its root is the same as the word for 'forgiveness' in many other Philippine languages. This makes the word literally feel like you are asking for the act of being forgiven rather than just saying 'sorry'.
- Bicol speakers may use sori na in texting and social media, often adding repeated vowels like soriii to convey a 'cute' or pleading tone known as 'pa-cute'.
Examples in context
- Patawad sa nagin pagkakamali ko.Forgive me for my mistake.
- Hihingi ako nin patawad sa saimo.I am asking for your forgiveness.
- Patawad kun dai ko nasunod an saindong gusto.Sorry if I did not follow what you wanted.
Example conversation
Juan accidentally knocks over Maria's water glass.
- JuanPatawad, Maria, nabasag ko.Sorry, Maria, I broke it.
- MariaAy, dai na mag-alala.Oh, don't worry about it.
- JuanTabangan takang maglinig.I will help you clean up.
- MariaSige, salamat, Juan.Okay, thank you, Juan.
