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Perdone la espera

Sorry to keep you waiting

Politeness Phrases
Notes & Usage:

Said when returning to someone after they've had to wait. Common in shops, offices, phone calls, and appointments.

See It in Context

Perdone la espera, ahora le atiendo.

Sorry to keep you waiting, I'll see to you now.

—Perdone la espera. —No se preocupe, no ha sido mucho.

—Sorry to keep you waiting. —Don't worry, it wasn't long.

Perdone la espera, ha habido un pequeño retraso.

Sorry to keep you waiting, there has been a small delay.

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