Meaning of the word "pardon my French!" in English

What does "pardon my French!" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pardon my French!

US /ˈpɑːrdn maɪ frɛnʃ/
UK /ˈpɑːdn maɪ frɛnʃ/
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Idiom

an apology for using offensive or vulgar language

Example:
That idiot cut me off! Pardon my French!
The whole situation is a complete mess, if you'll pardon my French.