Translation of Turkish word "özür" to English
özür
/œzjɾ/
How to use
'Özür' means 'apology'. Often used in 'özür dilerim' (I apologize).
🇬🇧 English
sorry
Example
Geç kaldığım için derhal özür dilerim dedim.
Because I was late, I immediately said I apologize.
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Common phrases
- özür dilerim— I apologize
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What does the Turkish word "özür" mean?▼
The Turkish word "özür" means "sorry" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Geç kaldığım için derhal özür dilerim dedim." (which translates as "Because I was late, I immediately said I apologize.").
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