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What is the Tagalog of I beg your pardon?

There are several ways to say "I beg your pardon" in Tagalog, depending on the context and level of formality:

Formal:

* "Patawad po." (This is the most common and polite way to say "I beg your pardon.")

* "Pasensya na po." (This is similar to "Patawad po" but emphasizes "patience.")

* "Excuse me po." (This is more direct and used when you need someone's attention.)

Informal:

* "Pasensya ka na." (This is a more casual way to say "I beg your pardon.")

* "Sorry." (This is the English word and is widely used in Tagalog.)

Other options:

* "Naku, patawad." (This adds a bit of surprise or regret to the apology.)

* "Pasensya na, hindi ko sinasadya." (This means "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to.")

The best choice will depend on the situation and your relationship with the person you are speaking to.

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