क्षम्यताम्
kṣamyatām
The Sanskrit word for "sorry" is क्षम्यताम् (kṣamyatām).
The term is used as an expression of regret or sorrow. Rather than simply stating that one feels sorry, it functions as a polite way to ask for forgiveness.
Meaning: expression of regret or sorrow (intj)
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The form क्षम्यताम् is used in formal or respectful contexts to ask for forgiveness.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form क्षम्यताम् is a polite request meaning "forgive me".
How do you pronounce it?
kṣamyatām
Did you know?
- While क्षम्यताम् is the formal request, the root word क्षमा is also used to describe the earth's enduring nature and stability.
- Ancient Indian texts often view the act of seeking forgiveness as a spiritual cleansing. Requesting क्षमा is not just a social grace but a way to remove a karmic burden.
Examples in context
- क्षम्यताम्, अहं विलम्बेन आगतः।kṣamyatām, ahaṃ vilambena āgataḥ.Sorry, I arrived late.
- क्षम्यताम्, मम त्रुटिः अस्ति।kṣamyatām, mama truṭiḥ asti.Sorry, it is my mistake.
- क्षम्यताम्, अहं न जानामि।kṣamyatām, ahaṃ na jānāmi.Sorry, I do not know.
Example conversation
Aditya accidentally bumps into Isha in a hallway.
- आदित्य Adityaक्षम्यताम्, ईशा!kṣamyatām, īśā!Sorry, Isha!
- ईशा Ishaचिन्ता मा कुरु, आदित्य।cintā mā kuru, āditya.Don't worry, Aditya.
- आदित्य Adityaकिं भवती कुशलिनी?kiṃ bhavatī kuśalinī?Are you okay?
- ईशा Ishaआम्, सर्वं कुशलम्।ām, sarvaṃ kuśalam.Yes, everything is fine.
