This is the 4465th most frequent Swedish word.
ursäktar
"Ursäktar" means "excuses" or "apologizes" in English.
Here, 'ursäktar' is used formally to express apologies, reflecting polite acknowledgment of fault.
Jag ursäktar mig för att jag kom sent.
I apologize for being late.
In this sentence, 'ursäktar' implies offering justification or reasoning for an action to mitigate its perceived impact.
Han ursäktar sitt misstag med en förklaring.
He excuses his mistake with an explanation.
Here, 'ursäktar' serves as an expression for politely attracting attention or requesting assistance.