Excuse me

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interjection

Used to get someone's attention.

Excuse me, could you please tell me where the library is?
Visual representation of "excuse me" - Used to get someone's attention

Often appears as...

  • excuse me
  • could you...
Definition 1 of 4
Visual representation of "excuse me"
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Attention Grabber

Use it in a quiet voice to be polite when asking for help or information.

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Excuse me, could you help me with these directions?
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Public Places

Say it before asking strangers in places like streets, stores, or stations.

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Excuse me, is this seat taken?
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Conversation Starter

Can begin a talk with someone you haven't met, showing politeness.

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Excuse me, I noticed you're reading my favorite book.
Visual representation of the word "Excuse me"

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