Italian Expression · Intermediate
mi dispiace
I'm sorry
Pronunciation: mee dees-PYAH-cheh
Meaning
An expression used to convey regret, apology, or sympathy.
Example
Mi dispiace, non posso venire alla festa.
I'm sorry, I can't come to the party.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice mi dispiace out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Italian expression.