kechirish

Kechirish is a term in Uzbek that denotes the act of forgiving or pardoning a fault, as well as the act of excusing someone. It is used as a verb, kechirmoq, meaning to forgive, and as a noun, kechirish, meaning forgiveness or pardon. Related forms include kechiraman (I forgive) and kechirgin (forgiving). The word reflects Turkic linguistic roots shared across the region.

In usage, kechirish covers personal forgiveness in family or community contexts, such as apologizing, making amends, and restoring relationships. It can also appear in more formal discourse when discussing pardon or clemency, though legal or institutional processes may use specific terms in those contexts. The act is often associated with ethical norms that emphasize reconciliation, mercy, and social harmony. Religious and cultural beliefs may influence expectations around forgiveness, including its timing and conditions.

Culturally, forgiveness is generally viewed as a constructive path to social cohesion, but the decision to forgive can vary based on context, the severity of the act, and trust between the parties involved. In everyday speech, people may refer to kechirish when addressing faults, acknowledging mistakes, or offering forgiveness to others.

See also: apology, forgiveness, pardon, reconciliation.