ごめんなさい
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Polite apology expression. Used to apologize or ask for forgiveness. Example: 『遅れてごめんなさい』 (okurete gomen nasai, 'Sorry for being late').
Theme
Two friends, Yuki and User, are at a café when User accidentally spills coffee on Yuki's book.
ごめんなさい
ごめんなさい
I'm sorry / excuse me
Basics & EssentialsGreetings & Expressions
Memory Hook
Think of saying 'go men' (like 'go, man') and adding 'nasai' — it's a polite way to apologize. 'Go men nasai' → 『ごめんなさい』 (gomen nasai, 'I'm sorry').
Cultural Note
『ごめんなさい』 (gomen nasai) is a common and polite apology used in everyday situations, from minor mistakes to more serious apologies. It's often accompanied by a bow to show sincerity in Japanese culture.
Forms
Base: ごめんなさいPolite apology expression. Used to apologize or ask for forgiveness. Example: 『遅れてごめんなさい』 (okurete gomen nasai, 'Sorry for being late').