perdón
standard
To say sorry in Puerto Rico use perdón, and add lo siento when you want to sound sincere. It is also called disculpa.
Meaning: apology (interjection)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| perdón | standard |
| disculpa | polite |
| lo siento | sincere |
Perdón works for bumping into someone. Lo siento is for a real apology or for sympathy.
How does it change in a sentence?
Use disculpe with someone you address as usted.
Did you know?
- The verb sentir in lo siento also means "to feel", so the phrase is literally "I feel it".
Examples in context
- Perdón, no te vi.Sorry, I did not see you.
- Lo siento mucho, fue mi culpa.I am very sorry, it was my fault.
Example conversation
Luis accidentally bumps into Carmen in a shop.
- LuisPerdón, doña Carmen. No la vi.Sorry, Doña Carmen. I did not see you.
- CarmenNo te preocupes, mijo.Do not worry, son.
- LuisLo siento de verdad.I am truly sorry.
