Formal:
* 请原谅我 (qǐng yuánliàng wǒ): This is a polite and formal way to say "please forgive me."
* 对不起，请原谅 (duìbuqǐ, qǐng yuánliàng): This is a slightly less formal way, combining "sorry" with "please forgive me."
Informal:
* 原谅我 (yuánliàng wǒ): This is a more informal way to say "forgive me."
* 对不起 (duìbuqǐ): This is the most common way to say "sorry" in Chinese, and it can also be used to mean "forgive me" in informal situations.
Other options:
* 我错了 (wǒ cuòle): This means "I was wrong" and can be used to apologize and ask for forgiveness.
* 请你原谅我 (qǐng nǐ yuánliàng wǒ): This is a more specific way to say "please forgive me," directly addressing the person you are asking forgiveness from.
Tips for choosing the right phrase:
* Consider the relationship you have with the person you are apologizing to.
* Think about the severity of the situation.
* Use the phrase that feels most natural and comfortable for you.
Remember that even if you choose a formal phrase, you can still make it more personal and heartfelt by adding a brief explanation of what you did wrong.