Entschuldigung

German (Berlin)

/ɛntˈʃʊldiɡʊŋ/

noun
Definitions
  • apology expression of remorse or regret
  • excuse explanation designed to avoid or alleviate guilt or negative judgment
  • note written excusal for being late or absent from school

Etymology

Suffix from German entschuldigen.

Origin

German (Berlin)

entschuldigen

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