Phrases for Saying Sorry - ichijohanae

2017/02/24 (Fri) 17:28:37

Situation 1: You are late

“I’m sorry I’m late.”
“I got held up.”
“I didn’t realize it was already so late.”


Situation 2: You make a mistake

“Sorry I messed up.” or “Sorry I made a mistake.”
“There was an error.” (this is useful if the mistake wasn’t yours)


Situation 3: You make someone upset

“Sorry you’re upset. It’s my fault”
“I see you’re upset.”
“I understand you’re upset.”
“What can I do?”
“How can I make it right?”