Cool MateMeaning of I am so sorry
An expression of regret or remorse for an action.
In simple words: I feel bad for what I did.
I am so sorry in a sentence
- I am so sorry for arriving late to the meeting.
- If I hurt your feelings, I am so sorry.
- I am so sorry, but I can't help you this time.
How to use I am so sorry
Use this phrase when you apologize; it is suitable in most situations, personal or professional. Avoid in casual or joking contexts, where a lighter phrase might be appropriate.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of 'I am sorry' as a way to 'sooth' someone after causing hurt.
Related words
Collocations with I am so sorry
- deeply sorry
- truly sorry
- very sorry
Opposites of I am so sorry
- unapologetic
- indifferent
- unremorseful
Common mistakes with I am so sorry
- Using 'sorry' without the subject, 'I am sorry' is more polite.
- Confusing with 'excuse me' which is less formal.
- Overusing this phrase in situations where a simple 'thanks' suffices.
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I am so sorry in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أنا آسف جداً
أنا أشعر بالسوء لما فعلته.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমি খুবই দুঃখিত
আমি যা করেছি তার জন্য আমার খারাপ লাগছে।
- GermanDeutsch
Es tut mir so leid
Ich bedauere, was ich getan habe.
- SpanishEspañol
Lo siento mucho
Me siento mal por lo que hice.
- Persianفارسی
خیلی متاسفم
از کاری که کردم احساس بدی دارم.
- FrenchFrançais
Je suis vraiment désolé(e)
Je regrette ce que j'ai fait.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मुझे बहुत खेद है
जो मैंने किया उसके लिए मुझे बुरा लग रहा है।
- ItalianItaliano
Mi dispiace tantissimo
Mi dispiace per quello che ho fatto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sinto muito
Fico chateado com o que fiz.
- RussianРусский
Мне очень жаль
Мне плохо из-за того, что я сделал.
- Urduاردو
مجھے بہت افسوس ہے
مجھے جو کیا اس کا بہت دکھ ہے۔
- Chinese中文
非常抱歉
我对做过的事感到抱歉。
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Frequently asked questions about I am so sorry
What does I am so sorry mean?
I feel bad for what I did.
What is the definition of I am so sorry?
An expression of regret or remorse for an action.
How do you use I am so sorry in a sentence?
I am so sorry for arriving late to the meeting.
Can you give another example of I am so sorry?
If I hurt your feelings, I am so sorry.
What are synonyms for I am so sorry?
Common alternatives include apologize, regret, repent.
What is the opposite of I am so sorry?
Opposite meanings include unapologetic, indifferent, unremorseful.
What words go with I am so sorry?
It commonly pairs with deeply sorry, truly sorry, very sorry.
What are common mistakes when using I am so sorry?
Using 'sorry' without the subject, 'I am sorry' is more polite. Confusing with 'excuse me' which is less formal. Overusing this phrase in situations where a simple 'thanks' suffices.
How do you pronounce I am so sorry?
US: //aɪ æm soʊ ˈsɔr.i//, UK: //aɪ æm səʊ ˈsɒr.i//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use I am so sorry?
Use this phrase when you apologize; it is suitable in most situations, personal or professional. Avoid in casual or joking contexts, where a lighter phrase might be appropriate.