How to Say ‘Excuse me, sir.’ in Mexican Spanish
Disculpe, señor.
dees-KOOL-peh seh-NYOHR
[dees-KOOL-peh seh-NYOHR]
💬 Usage Tip: Disculpe is the polite form for someone you address as usted. With a friend or child you'd say disculpa instead.
🇲🇽 In Mexico: Adding señor or señora when approaching an older stranger is standard courtesy in Mexico, especially at a religious event. Leaving it off can sound abrupt.
Phrase Breakdown
Disculpe
[dees-KOOL-peh]
excuse me
Polite (usted) form used to get someone's attention or apologize for a small inconvenience.
Disculpe, ¿dónde está el baño?
Excuse me, where is the bathroom?
señor
[seh-NYOHR]
sir
Polite way to address a man.
Buenas tardes, señor.
Good afternoon, sir.
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