discúlpenme
dis-COOL-pen-meh
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Discúlpenme, señores, ¿podrían mover sus maletas?
B1Excuse me, gentlemen, could you move your bags?
Discúlpenme por llegar tarde, el tráfico fue terrible.
B1Forgive me for arriving late, the traffic was terrible.
💡 Grammar Points
It's a Command for a Group
This word is the formal command form for 'ustedes' (a group of people you address formally). The base command is 'discúlpen'.
The Pronoun Sticks On
The small word 'me' (meaning 'me') is attached directly to the end of the command. This happens whenever you give a positive instruction in Spanish.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Forgetting the Accent Mark
Mistake: "Disculpenme"
Correction: Discúlpenme. When you attach one or more pronouns to a command, you usually have to add an accent mark to the verb to keep the original stress on the correct syllable.
⭐ Usage Tips
Use for Formal Settings
Use 'discúlpenme' when addressing a large audience, a panel of judges, teachers, or any group where respect and distance are required.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
subjunctive
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: discúlpenme
Question 1 of 1
If you are talking to your two best friends, which word would you use instead of 'discúlpenme'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'discúlpenme' and 'perdónenme'?
Both mean 'forgive me' or 'excuse me,' addressing a formal group. 'Discúlpenme' is generally softer and more common for interrupting or asking permission. 'Perdónenme' is often used for deeper apologies.
Why does 'discúlpenme' have an accent mark?
The accent mark is needed to preserve the original stress of the verb 'discúlpen' when the pronoun 'me' is attached. Without it, the stress would incorrectly shift to the last syllable.