How to Say ‘Sorry’ in Traditional Chinese
對不起
duì bù qǐ
[duìbùqǐ]
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: 對不起 is a real apology and can sound heavier than English "sorry." For getting attention or lightly excusing yourself, 不好意思 is often the more natural choice in Taiwan.
Phrase Breakdown
對不起
duì bù qǐ
[duìbùqǐ]
sorry
A sincere apology used when you have made a mistake or caused trouble.
對不起，我遲到了。
Sorry, I'm late.
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