ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ
kshamisi
The English phrase "sorry" is translated into Kannada as ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ (kshamisi).
While ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ literally means "forgive", it is the standard way to say "sorry" or "excuse me" when seeking pardon for a mistake or an interruption.
Meaning: expression of regret or sorrow (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The word ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ is a polite imperative form of the verb meaning "to forgive".
Which one should you use?
The form ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ is the polite version, whereas ಕ್ಷಮಿಸು is the informal or singular version. For a more formal, slightly more literary way to express "forgive me" or "my apologies", you can use ಕ್ಷಮೆಯಿರಲಿ.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
You should use the informal form ಕ್ಷಮಿಸು when speaking with friends or younger people. The phrase ಕ್ಷಮೆಯಿರಲಿ is a more formal, slightly more literary way to express "forgive me" or "my apologies".
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase ಕ್ಷಮೆಯಿರಲಿ translates to "let there be forgiveness".
How do you pronounce it?
kshamisi
Did you know?
- While ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ is used for mistakes, Kannada has a distinct way of expressing 'sorry' when someone is grieving, using words related to 'shoka' or 'duhkha' rather than forgiveness.
- In many South Indian linguistic traditions, including Kannada, an apology is often accompanied by a slight bow or a physical gesture of humility to match the weight of the word ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ.
- The root word for 'forgive' in Kannada, ಕ್ಷಮ, is also used in many Indian languages to describe 'patience' or 'forbearance'.
Examples in context
- ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕಛೇರಿಗೆ ಬರುವದಕ್ಕೆ ಆಗಲಿಲ್ಲ.I'm sorry I missed your concert.This sentence shows how to use ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ to apologize for missing an event.Tatoeba #4783915 by legalghost, translation #2541323 by CK
- ತಡ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಕ್ಕೆ ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ.taḍa māḍiddakke kṣamisi.Sorry for being late.
- ನನ್ನ ತಪ್ಪಿಗಾಗಿ ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ.nanna tappigāgi kṣamisi.Forgive me for my mistake.
Example conversation
Kavya accidentally bumps into Rahul in a crowd.
- ಕಾವ್ಯ Kavyaಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ, ನಾನು ಗಮನಿಸಲಿಲ್ಲ.Kshamisi, nānu gamanisalilla.Sorry, I wasn't paying attention.
- ರಾಹುಲ್ Rahulಪರವಾಗಿಲ್ಲ, ಕಾವ್ಯ.Paravāgilla, Kāvya.It's okay, Kavya.
- ಕಾವ್ಯ Kavyaನೀವು ಸರಿಯಾಗಿ ಇದ್ದೀರಾ, ರಾಹುಲ್?Nīvu sariyāgi iddīrā, Rāhul?Are you alright, Rahul?
- ರಾಹುಲ್ Rahulಹೌದು, ನಾನು ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿದ್ದೇನೆ.Haudu, nānu chennāgidēne.Yes, I am fine.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
