"pardon me" is commonly used as a phrase, specifically functioning as a polite expression or interjection.
/pɑːrdən mi/
The phrase "pardon me" is a polite way of asking someone to excuse one's interruption or to apologize for a minor offense, such as sneezing or accidentally bumping into someone. It can also be used to ask someone to repeat something that was not heard clearly.
In terms of frequency of use, "pardon me" is more commonly found in spoken language than in written contexts, although it can appear in formal writing as well.
Извините, не могли бы вы сказать мне время?
"Pardon me, I didn't catch your name."
Извините, я не услышал ваше имя.
"Pardon me, but I think you dropped something."
While "pardon me" itself is not a part of many idiomatic expressions, it embodies politeness and consideration. However, its usage can lead to phrases that involve the act of forgiving or excusing oneself or others. Here are a few relevant expressions:
Извините за мои выражения, но это была ужасная ошибка.
"If I may be so bold, pardon my intrusion."
Если я могу быть столь смелым, извините за вмешательство.
"Pardon my absence, I had a family emergency."
Извините за мое отсутствие, у меня была семейная экстренная ситуация.
"Please pardon me for being late; traffic was terrible."
Пожалуйста, извините меня за опоздание; движение было ужасным.
"Pardon my enthusiasm; I just can't contain my excitement."
The term "pardon" originates from the Old French "pardoner," which means to forgive or excuse, tracing back to the Latin "perdonare," meaning to give completely or forgive. "Me" is a simple pronoun in English referring to oneself.
Synonyms: excuse me, forgive me, sorry Antonyms: accuse, blame, condemn