Dictionary
English - Japanese
Pardon
ˈpɑrdn
Very common
~ 1900
~ 1900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
許す (ゆるす), お許し (おゆるし), 失礼 (しつれい), 何とおっしゃいましたか？ (なんとおっしゃいましたか？)
Pardon meanings in Japanese
許す (ゆるす)
Example:
I beg your pardon for being late.
遅れてしまったことを許してください。
Please pardon my mistake.
私の間違いを許してください。
Usage: formalContext: Used when apologizing or asking for forgiveness.
Note: This meaning emphasizes forgiveness and is often used in polite requests.
お許し (おゆるし)
Example:
I seek your pardon for my behavior.
私の行動についてお許しを求めます。
His actions are inexcusable, but I will grant him pardon.
彼の行動は許されるべきではないが、私は彼にお許しを与えます。
Usage: formalContext: Used in legal or very formal contexts, often referring to forgiveness granted by authority.
Note: This term is more formal and can be used in religious contexts as well.
失礼 (しつれい)
Example:
Pardon me, but could you repeat that?
失礼ですが、もう一度言っていただけますか？
Pardon me for interrupting.
話を遮って失礼します。
Usage: informalContext: Used when interrupting someone or asking for clarification.
Note: This usage is more casual and can be used in everyday conversations.
何とおっしゃいましたか？ (なんとおっしゃいましたか？)
Example:
Pardon, what did you say?
何とおっしゃいましたか？
I didn't hear you, pardon?
聞こえませんでした、もう一度お願いしますか？
Usage: informalContext: Used to ask someone to repeat themselves.
Note: This phrase is often used in conversation when one didn't catch what was said.
Pardon's synonyms
excuse
To overlook or forgive a mistake or fault.
Example: Excuse me, could you repeat that?
Note: Similar to 'pardon' in the sense of forgiving or overlooking a mistake.
forgive
To stop feeling anger or resentment towards someone for an offense, flaw, or mistake.
Example: I forgive you for what you said.
Note: More commonly used in interpersonal relationships and emotional contexts.
apology
A statement expressing regret or asking for forgiveness for an offense or mistake.
Example: I owe you an apology for my behavior yesterday.
Note: Focuses on acknowledging fault and expressing regret rather than granting forgiveness.
absolve
To declare someone free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.
Example: The priest absolved him of his sins during confession.
Note: Has a more formal or religious connotation compared to 'pardon'.
Pardon expressions, common phrases
I beg your pardon
This phrase is used to politely ask someone to repeat what they said because you did not hear or understand it.
Example: I beg your pardon, could you repeat that please?
Note: The phrase 'I beg your pardon' is a formal and polite way to ask for clarification or repetition.
Pardon me
This phrase is used to apologize for a minor mistake or to politely ask for someone's attention.
Example: Pardon me, I didn't mean to interrupt.
Note: Similar to 'excuse me', 'pardon me' is a polite way to acknowledge a small error or seek someone's attention.
Pardon my French
This phrase is used humorously to apologize for using swear words or vulgar language.
Example: Pardon my French, but that movie was terrible.
Note: The phrase 'Pardon my French' is a way to acknowledge and excuse the use of potentially offensive language.
Pardon the interruption
This phrase is used to apologize for interrupting someone while speaking or working.
Example: Pardon the interruption, but I have an urgent message.
Note: By saying 'Pardon the interruption', you are acknowledging the disruption caused and showing respect for the other person's time.
Pardon the dust
This phrase is used to apologize for any mess or inconvenience caused by ongoing construction or renovation.
Example: Pardon the dust, we are renovating the office.
Note: By using 'Pardon the dust', you are acknowledging the temporary inconvenience caused by construction work.
Pardonable offense
This phrase refers to an offense or mistake that can be forgiven or excused.
Example: Her lateness was a pardonable offense given the circumstances.
Note: A 'pardonable offense' implies that the mistake or wrongdoing is understandable and forgivable under the circumstances.
Pardon the expression
This phrase is used before making a potentially offensive or blunt statement to soften its impact.
Example: Pardon the expression, but that idea is just plain silly.
Note: 'Pardon the expression' is a way to preface a statement that may be considered impolite or harsh.
Beyond pardon
This phrase indicates that a person's actions are so severe or unforgivable that forgiveness is not possible.
Example: His actions were beyond pardon, and he was immediately fired.
Note: 'Beyond pardon' suggests that the wrongdoing is so grave that it cannot be excused or forgiven.
Pardon everyday (slang) expressions
Say what?
Used to express surprise or ask for clarification.
Example: You're moving to Alaska? Say what?
Note: A more casual way of asking someone to repeat something.
Excuse me?
Used to politely ask someone to repeat what they said.
Example: Excuse me? I don't think I heard you correctly.
Note: Slightly more formal than 'say what?' with the same meaning.
Come again?
Used to ask someone to repeat what they said, especially when surprised or confused.
Example: You want me to pay for your lunch? Come again?
Note: Similar to 'say what?' but slightly more informal and can express disbelief.
Huh?
An informal way of asking someone to repeat what they said or to express confusion.
Example: You'll be late for the meeting. Huh?
Note: Very casual and often used in informal settings or with close friends.
Eh?
Used to ask for agreement or confirmation.
Example: You think this dress looks good on me, eh?
Note: Commonly used in Canadian English and can be used to confirm something or seek validation.
What did you say?
A direct way of asking someone to repeat what they said.
Example: What did you say about my brother?
Note: More assertive and direct compared to the other terms, often used in confrontational situations.
Pardon - Examples
Excuse me, could you repeat that?
I beg your pardon, I didn't mean to offend you.
He asked for forgiveness, but she refused to grant him clemency.
Pardon grammar
Pardon - Proper noun (Proper noun) / Proper noun, singular (Proper noun, singular)
Lemma: pardon
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): pardons, pardon
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): pardon
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): pardoned
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): pardoning
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): pardons
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): pardon
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): pardon
Syllables, Separation and Stress
pardon Contains 2 syllables: par • don
Phonetic transcription: ˈpär-dᵊn
par don , ˈpär dᵊn (The red syllable is stressed)
Pardon - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
pardon: ~ 1900 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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