Learning to communicate effectively in a new language involves mastering the art of making apologies and requests. In the context of Kannada, a language spoken in the southern part of India, knowing how to express these sentiments politely can greatly enhance your conversational skills. Here are some useful Kannada phrases and vocabulary that will help you apologize and make requests like a native speaker.

Kshamisi (ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ) – “Excuse me” or “sorry.”
This is the most common word used to apologize or attract someone’s attention politely.
ನಾನು ತಡವಾಗಿ ಬಂದೆ, ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ.
(Nānu taḍavāgi bande, kshamisi.)
Sorry, I am late.

Dayaviṭṭu (ದಯವಿಟ್ಟು) – “Please.”
A respectful term used when making a request.
ದಯವಿಟ್ಟು ಅದನ್ನು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಇಡಿ.
(Dayaviṭṭu adannu illi iḍi.)
Please put that here.

Manavi (ಮನವಿ) – “Request.”
A formal way to say that you’re making a request.
ನನ್ನ ಮನವಿಯನ್ನು ಪರಿಗಣಿಸಿ.
(Nanna manaviyannu parigaṇisi.)
Please consider my request.

Kshamisu (ಕ್ಷಮಿಸು) – “Forgive me.”
Used to ask for forgiveness in a more serious or formal context.
ನಾನು ಮಾಡಿದ ತಪ್ಪಿಗೆ ಕ್ಷಮಿಸು.
(Nānu māḍida tappige kṣhamisu.)
Forgive me for my mistake.

Swalpa (ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ) – “A little bit/a few.”
This word is often used when making a request that involves a small amount or effort.
ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ನೆರವು ಮಾಡುವಿರಾ?
(Swalpa neravu māḍuvirā?)
Can you help me out a little bit?

Sahāya (ಸಹಾಯ) – “Help.”
Use this when you need assistance with something.
ನನಗೆ ಸಹಾಯ ಬೇಕಾಗಿದೆ.
(Nanage sahāya bēkāgide.)
I need some help.

Kshamiṣṭu (ಕ್ಷಮಿಷ್ಟು) – “Pardon me.”
This phrase is useful when you didn’t catch what someone said or if you’re interrupting.
ಕ್ಷಮಿಷ್ಟು, ನೀವು ಏನಂದಿರಿ?
(Kshamiṣṭu, nīvu ēnandiri?)
Pardon me, what did you say?

Keḷage (ಕೇಳಗೆ) – “Listen.”
An imperative that is used to make someone pay attention to what you are about to say or request.
ಕೇಳಗೆ, ನೀವು ನನ್ನ ಮಾತುಗಳನ್ನು ಅರ್ಥ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತೀರಾ?
(Keḷage, nīvu nanna māṭugaḷannu artha māḍikoḷḷuttīrā?)
Listen, do you understand what I’m saying?

Avakāśa (ಅವಕಾಶ) – “Opportunity/chance.”
If you are asking for an opportunity to do something or a chance to explain yourself, this is the word to use.
ಅವಕಾಶ ಕೊಡುವಿರಾ?
(Avakāśa koḍuvirā?)
Will you give me a chance?

By incorporating these phrases and vocabulary into your Kannada language toolkit, you’ll be better equipped to handle social situations with grace and politeness. Remember that the key to effective communication also lies in the tone and context of how these phrases are used. Practice them with native speakers whenever you have the opportunity, and your proficiency in Kannada will surely improve!