Polite words · HSK 1
bù hǎo yì si不好意思
Sorry / Excuse me / I'm a bit embarrassed
It can mean “sorry,” “excuse me,” or even “I’m a bit shy.” Context is everything — and I’ll show you how to use it naturally in real life.
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You need to pass someone on a crowded bus. You say…
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