excuse me
fixed phr..fixed phr.. A polite phrase you use to get someone's attention, to say sorry for a small mistake, or to ask someone to move so you can pass.
fixed phr.. A fixed expression used as a politeness marker to mitigate a face-threatening act, such as interrupting, seeking passage, or apologising for a minor social transgression.
Excuse me, what time is it?
Excuse me, could I just get past you to reach that last seat?
Excuse me for interrupting, Director, but there is an urgent call for you on line one that you really must take.
Often used at the start of a question or as a standalone phrase to get attention.
Contrast with 'sorry' (for more significant mistakes) and 'pardon me' (a slightly more formal alternative, especially in American English).
Excuse, can you help me?Excuse me, can you help me?The object pronoun 'me' is a required part of this fixed phrase.