Cool MateMeaning of I'm sorry but
A phrase to apologize and introduce a contrasting statement.
In simple words: A phrase used to apologize before stating something else.
I'm sorry but in a sentence
- I'm sorry but I can't attend the meeting tomorrow.
- I'm sorry but we have to cancel the event.
- I'm sorry but I disagree with your opinion.
- I'm sorry but the deadline has already passed.
- I'm sorry but I need more time to think about it.
How to use I'm sorry but
Use this phrase when you need to apologize before making a statement. It's polite and can soften a message.
Grammar pattern
standalone apology phrase
Memory hint
Think of 'I'm sorry but' as a soft pillow before a harder message.
Related words
Collocations with I'm sorry but
- apologize but
- regret but
- inform but
Synonyms for I'm sorry but
- I apologize but
- I'm regretful but
- Excuse me but
Common mistakes with I'm sorry but
- Forgetting to use a comma before 'but'.
- Using it in overly formal contexts.
- Not following up with a reason after the apology.
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Frequently asked questions about I'm sorry but
What does I'm sorry but mean?
A phrase used to apologize before stating something else.
What is the definition of I'm sorry but?
A phrase to apologize and introduce a contrasting statement.
How do you use I'm sorry but in a sentence?
I'm sorry but I can't attend the meeting tomorrow.
Can you give another example of I'm sorry but?
I'm sorry but we have to cancel the event.
What are synonyms for I'm sorry but?
Common alternatives include I apologize but, I'm regretful but, Excuse me but.
What words go with I'm sorry but?
It commonly pairs with apologize but, regret but, inform but.
What are common mistakes when using I'm sorry but?
Forgetting to use a comma before 'but'. Using it in overly formal contexts. Not following up with a reason after the apology.
How do you pronounce I'm sorry but?
US: //aɪm ˈsɔri bət//, UK: //aɪm ˈsɒri bət//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use I'm sorry but?
Use this phrase when you need to apologize before making a statement. It's polite and can soften a message.