Lesson #15, November 18, 2024
When you want to apologize or show patience, use this phrase.
In Filipino, 'Pasensya' means 'patience' or 'sorry.' It’s often used to express apology or ask for patience, similar to saying 'Sorry for the wait' or 'Bear with me.' Adding 'po' shows respect, especially when speaking to someone older or in a formal setting.
Key Vocabulary:
"Pasensya" - Patience/Sorry
"Po" - Please (politeness marker)
"Ako" - I/Me
"Na" - Already/Now
"Tao" - Person
"Sana" - Hopefully
"Konti" - A little
"Pasensya ka na" - Please be patient with me (informal)
"Pasensya na po" - Sorry (formal)
"Salamat" - Thank you
Other Useful Variations:
Pasensya na po, natagalan ako.
Sorry for the delay.
Pasensya na, hindi ko sinasadya.
Sorry, I didn’t mean it.
Pasensya na po, may ginagawa ako.
Please be patient, I’m doing something.
Pasensya ka na, medyo abala ako.
Sorry, I'm a bit busy.
Pasensya na po, uulitin ko po.
Sorry, I’ll repeat it.
Pasensya po, na-late ako.
Sorry, I was late.
Pasensya na, hindi ko agad nakita.
Sorry, I didn’t see it right away.
Pasensya ka na, nagmamadali ako.
Sorry, I’m in a hurry.
Pasensya na po sa abala.
Sorry for the inconvenience.
Pasensya ka na, nagkamali ako.
Sorry, I made a mistake.
Take the Quiz
The word for 'patience' or 'sorry' is 'pasensya.' How would you say 'Sorry for the inconvenience'?
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