Separating the Words

Missing the Accent

This word is the informal 'tú' command form of the verb 'perdonar' (to forgive). It's used when you are directly telling someone you know well to forgive you.

The Command Form

In Spanish affirmative commands (telling someone *to do* something), the little word 'me' (meaning 'me') must be attached directly to the end of the verb.

Attaching the Pronoun

When you attach the 'me' to the end of a two-syllable command like 'perdona,' the original stress moves, so you must add an accent mark (perdóname) to make sure you keep stressing the 'o'.

The Necessary Accent

If you need to apologize to someone you address formally (like a boss or elder), use the 'usted' form: 'Perdóneme'.

Formal Apology

In addition to a deep apology, 'Perdóname' is often used quickly, like 'Excuse me' or 'Pardon me,' when you interrupt or bump into someone.

Quick Interruption

Extremely common way to ask for forgiveness or apology.

Learn the meaning and correct use of the Spanish phrase 'perdóname' ('Forgive me'). Discover how to use this informal command, why it has an accent, and its conjugations derived from the verb 'perdonar'.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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