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Desculpa
[/dʒisˈkuwpa/]
Sorry / I'm sorry
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
An apology used when one has done something wrong or wants to express regret.
Pedido de desculpas.
Example
Desculpa, não foi minha intenção.
Sorry, that wasn't my intention.
Etymology
'Desculpa' derives from the Latin 'exculpare', meaning 'to clear from blame'. The term has evolved to express regret in contemporary usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Desculpa' is an informal expression of apology suitable for various social contexts and is predominantly used in spoken communication.