#179: The Difference Between “Scusi” and “Scusa”

In Italian, words like “scusi” and “scusa” are commonly used to apologize or to express regret, but they each have specific uses and contexts.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts and on Spotify.

Two Main Takeaways

  • The word “scusi” is formal and it’s used with people who you don’t know well.
  • The word “scusa” is used in informal situations, appropriate with people who you know well, like family and friends.

Links Mentioned and Other Resources

  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #154: “Preferito” and “Preferisco”: Which One Should You Use?
  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #159: The Difference Between “Città”, “Paese”, and “Villaggio”.
  • CLICK HERE to get the 30 Key Phrases for Your Italian Vacation guide, covering the most important phrases you need to know before going to Italy.

Rate and Follow ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thank you for listening! If you haven’t already, subscribe on Apple Podcasts and on Spotify. If you’re not subscribed, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on the new weekly episodes. Subscribe now and rate and review! By doing that we can reach and help more and more Italian language learners. Grazie mille for learning Italian with the Italian Grammar Made Easy podcast.