Episode 234

You’re (probably) using the wrong “sorry” in Italian

June 30th, 2026

7 mins 37 secs

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_Learn how to say “sorry” in Italian with these 3 important words and when you should use each one. _

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Today's Italian words:
Mi dispiace tanto = I’m so sorry
Mi dispiace per questo = I’m sorry about (lit. for) that 
Scusa per il ritardo = Sorry for being late (lit. for the lateness)
Scusi per il ritardo =  Sorry (formal) for being late (lit. for the lateness)

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