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gerardM a écrit:

MurielB a écrit:typo, mistake, error, wrong
Thanks Gérard for pointing all the differences !

In the same area, I'd add
- glitch... I use it with the meaning of "little mistake" but my dictionary says informal term for a minor problem; we use it in computing for a technical problem
- hiatus (words only)
- bug - we use the word in computing for a problem; this word has got several meanings and it's different in US En and Brit En.

gerardM a écrit:

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MurielB a écrit:Gérard oops is my best because it is short and very straightforward !

MurielB a écrit:Gerard if I ever drive in England not following the rules of the road (As the French do sometimes )
I would very politely talk to the police officer.
I agree "oops" wouldn't be suitable.

MurielB a écrit:That's true .  naïve and slightly stupid is always what we must look in front of a policeman.

gerardM a écrit:

MurielB a écrit:Gérard oops is my best because it is short and very straightforward !

Muriel, you can't use "oops" in any circumstances, it depends on the person you're speaking to, it depends on the gravity... "oops" is for tiny events.

My Apologies
Pardon/Pardon Me/I Beg Your Pardon
Excuse Me
Mea Culpa
Oops/Whoops
My Bad