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sorry

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɑɹi/]

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sorry: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use sorry in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “feeling remorse”

(adjective) Feeling bad or regretful about something you said or did. When you hurt someone's feelings or make a mistake, you might feel sorry.

Example

I am sorry for what I said earlier.

Example

She didn't seem sorry for breaking the vase.

Example

Why do you think he feels sorry for what he did?

Context: “expression of apology”

(interjection) A word used to show that you regret making a mistake or hurting someone's feelings. It's like saying 'I apologize' or 'I feel bad'.

Example

Sorry, I didn't mean to bump into you.

Example

She never says sorry when she does something wrong.

Example

Why do people say sorry after accidentally stepping on someone's foot?

How to pronounce sorry

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɑɹi/]

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