Gujarati · Greetings & Phrases
માફ કરજો
maaf karjo
Sorry; excuse me
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A polite apology, also used to get someone's attention.
Example
માફ કરજો, મને મોડું થયું.
Sorry, I got late.
Etymology
'માફ કરજો' (maaf karjo) translates to 'excuse me' or 'sorry,' with 'માફ' (maaf) meaning 'forgive' and 'કરજો' (karjo) indicating a polite request. It reflects the courteous aspects of Gujarati culture.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both informal and formal contexts, primarily spoken when one seeks forgiveness or needs attention. It is seen in both spoken and written forms.