Meaning of Sorry in Tamil:
Spoken vs Formal
Formal / Written
மன்னிக்கவும்
"Mannikkavum"
For textbooks, news, and formal speeches.
REAL LIFE
Spoken / Chatசாரி
"Sorry"
Use this with friends, family, and on WhatsApp.
When to use which?
'Mannikkavum' is very heavy, like begging for forgiveness. Use 'Sorry' for small mistakes.
Example Usage
English
"I am sorry."
Formal
என்னை மன்னிக்கவும் (Ennai mannikkavum).
Spoken (Better)
சாரி பா (Sorry pa).