Emotions / A1

SOR-ee/ˈsɒri/

A small word that repairs a mistake: I'm sorry I'm late. Sorry can also mean please say that again. Excuse me is for interrupting or passing; sorry is for a problem you caused.

Meaning

Used when you feel bad about something you did, or when you cannot help.

Examples

• “I am sorry I am late.”
• “Sorry, this seat is taken.”
• “I'm sorry about the noise.”

Good to know

I'm sorry + reason. Sorry? = say that again. Excuse me = interrupt / pass.

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