What is the difference between unnskyld and beklager?

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This video (entirely in Norwegian, but aimed at language learners) explains the difference quite well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LbtBdOoR2g

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Takk!

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This is a very interesting question!
Some people are more polite than others, and in different situations a “unnskyld” or a “beklager” is more appropriate than the other. Additionally, people also like to say "sorry"

But let's have a look at a specific situation, for example when you want to get past someone on the street or bus.

I would say "unnskyld" before I try to get past someone and if I step on his/her foot (accidently) I would say "Beklager" or "Unnskyld"

However, I would not say "Beklager" before I try to get past someone. Perhaps it's a bit similar to "Excuse me" vs "Sorry" in English?

> Excuse me; this is my stop. 
> Sorry! I didn’t mean to step on your foot!

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