“Das war mein Fehler”
That was my mistake
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Literal Translation
Word for word: “That was my mistake”
Pronunciation
/das vaːɐ̯ maɪ̯n ˈfeːlɐ/
When to Use This Phrase
Germans generally appreciate directness and taking responsibility. Acknowledging a mistake clearly is respected in both personal and professional settings.
Example Sentences
Das war mein Fehler, es tut mir leid.
That was my mistake, I'm sorry.
Ja, das war mein Fehler. Ich werde es korrigieren.
Yes, that was my mistake. I'll correct it.
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