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EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 9 MIN

Ep 15: How to Apologize Appropriately? The Truth about "Sorry"

from Daily Chinese - Learn Mandarin Naturally · host Daily Chinese

Did you know that saying "Duibuqi" (I'm sorry) when you just want to get past someone on the subway is actually weird in Chinese?In this episode, we fix one of the most common mistakes foreigners make: Using the wrong apology. Chinese has specific words for specific types of regret, and mixing them up can send the wrong signal.We cover:- Buhaoyisi (不好意思): The most useful phrase for manners and mild embarrassment.- Duibuqi (对不起): The serious apology for real mistakes.- Baoqian (抱歉): The formal way to express regret without losing face.Stop apologizing like a foreigner and start apologizing like a local. Tune in to learn the nuances of saying sorry in Mandarin.Connect with Daily Chinese:YouTube: https://youtu.be/izK4o20GXUY📄 DOWNLOAD FREE SCRIPT & VOCAB LIST: https://bit.ly/dailychinesescript

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