Respect & Politeness
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Please forgive me / Excuse me (polite)
Khoma korben
KHAW-mah KOR-ben
About this phrase
Literally
Forgiveness do (polite)
When to use it
A respectful apology or a polite way to get attention. Friends: maaf koro.
How it feels
Sincere, respectful.
Formality
Formal (apni)
Grammar
Word by word
Examples
In a conversation
You
Khoma korben, ektu shunben?
Excuse me, may I have a moment?
Elder
Ji, bolun
Yes, go ahead
Common replies
Thik achhe
it's alright
Kono shomossha nei
No problem