how to pronounce entschuldigung
/ɛntˈʃʊldiɡʊŋ/
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entschuldigung is pronounced in four syllables
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An example use of entschuldigung in a speech by a native speaker of standard german:
“… gewinnzahlen 1 10 entschuldigung 10 14 …”
meanings of entschuldigung
noun:
- Note (written excusal for being late or absent from school).
- Apology (expression of remorse or regret).
- Excuse (explanation designed to avoid or alleviate guilt or negative judgment).
interjection:
- Excuse me (request for someone's attention).
- Excuse me, pardon, sorry.
entschuldigung frequency in german - B2 level of CEFR
the word entschuldigung occurs in german on average 19.8 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for B2 level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.
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