Excuse for Dummies

Hey there! So, "excuse" can mean a couple of different things, but don't worry, I'll break it down for you. First off, an excuse can be like a reason or explanation for something that you did, or didn't do. Kind of like when you're late to class and you have to explain why. It's like, "I'm sorry, I was late because I missed the bus". That's an excuse.

But "excuse" can also mean to forgive someone for something they did wrong. It's like when your friend accidentally steps on your foot and then says, "Excuse me, I didn't mean to do that". They're asking for forgiveness or saying sorry for what they did.

So, to sum it up, "excuse" can mean giving a reason or explanation for something, or it can mean asking for forgiveness for something you did. It's kind of like giving an explanation for your actions or asking for someone to let it go.

I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.