how to say sorry in spanish

To say "sorry" in Spanish, you can use several expressions depending on the context:

Common Ways to Say Sorry in Spanish

1. Lo siento
   • This is the most common and general way to say "I'm sorry."
   • Example: Lo siento por llegar tarde. (I'm sorry for arriving late.)
2. Perdón
   • Used to apologize for minor mistakes or to get someone's attention.
   • Example: Perdón, ¿me puedes ayudar? (Sorry, can you help me?)
3. Disculpa / Disculpe
   • "Disculpa" is informal, and "Disculpe" is formal. Used to say "excuse me" or "sorry."
   • Example informal: Disculpa, no te escuché. (Sorry, I didn’t hear you.)
   • Example formal: Disculpe, señor. (Sorry, sir.)
4. Perdóname
   • Means "forgive me," often used when asking for forgiveness.
   • Example: Perdóname por lo que hice. (Forgive me for what I did.)

If you want, I can also provide pronunciation tips or examples in different contexts!