sorry (A1)
adjective, interjection
Pronunciation: ˈsɔːri
Definition
Sorry is used to apologize, express regret, or show sympathy when something bad or sad has happened.
Examples
I am sorry for being late.
I am sorry to hear about your loss.
How to Use sorry
- sorry for (prepositional phrase)
- used to apologize for an action or situation — "I am sorry for the mistake."
- sorry to hear (sympathy phrase)
- used when someone shares bad news — "I am sorry to hear that you are sick."
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