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UK//ˈɔːfəli ˈsɒri//US//ˈɔfəli ˈsɑri//

Meaning of I'm awfully sorry

A phrase used to express deep regret or remorse.

In simple words: I feel very bad about something.

I'm awfully sorry in a sentence

  • I'm awfully sorry for being late to the meeting.
  • When I heard about the accident, I felt awfully sorry for the victims.
  • I'm awfully sorry; I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
  • He looked awfully sorry after forgetting her birthday.

How to use I'm awfully sorry

Used in casual conversations to express regret. It may seem overly emotional in formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine someone looking really sorry, saying 'awfully' while holding their heart.

Related words

Collocations with I'm awfully sorry

  • awfully sorry about
  • awfully sorry for
  • awfully sorry if

Synonyms for I'm awfully sorry

  • deeply sorry
  • very sorry
  • extremely apologetic
  • truly regretful
  • sincerely apologetic

Common mistakes with I'm awfully sorry

  • Confusing 'awfully' with 'really' for less emphasis.
  • Using it in formal contexts where a simple 'sorry' is more appropriate.

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Frequently asked questions about I'm awfully sorry

What does I'm awfully sorry mean?

I feel very bad about something.

What is the definition of I'm awfully sorry?

A phrase used to express deep regret or remorse.

How do you use I'm awfully sorry in a sentence?

I'm awfully sorry for being late to the meeting.

Can you give another example of I'm awfully sorry?

When I heard about the accident, I felt awfully sorry for the victims.

What are synonyms for I'm awfully sorry?

Common alternatives include deeply sorry, very sorry, extremely apologetic, truly regretful, sincerely apologetic.

What words go with I'm awfully sorry?

It commonly pairs with awfully sorry about, awfully sorry for, awfully sorry if.

What are common mistakes when using I'm awfully sorry?

Confusing 'awfully' with 'really' for less emphasis. Using it in formal contexts where a simple 'sorry' is more appropriate.

How do you pronounce I'm awfully sorry?

US: //ˈɔfəli ˈsɑri//, UK: //ˈɔːfəli ˈsɒri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I'm awfully sorry formal or informal?

"I'm awfully sorry" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I'm awfully sorry?

Used in casual conversations to express regret. It may seem overly emotional in formal situations.