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UK//aɪ əˈpɒlədʒaɪz//US//aɪ əˈpɑləˌdʒaɪz//

Meaning of I apologise

To express regret for something done or said.

In simple words: I am sorry for what I did.

I apologise in a sentence

  • I apologise for my mistake in the report.
  • I would like to apologise for being late to the meeting.
  • It's important to apologise when you've hurt someone's feelings.
  • I apologise if my comments were inappropriate.

How to use I apologise

Use 'I apologise' in formal contexts or when expressing sincere regret. In informal situations, you might simply say 'sorry'.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'apologise' as saying sorry politely; remember the 'a' for 'apologetic'.

Related words

Collocations with I apologise

  • sincerely apologise
  • formally apologise
  • immediately apologise

Synonyms for I apologise

  • regret
  • say sorry
  • ask forgiveness
  • make amends
  • repent

Common mistakes with I apologise

  • Using 'apologize' instead of 'apologise' in British English.
  • Saying 'I apologize for' instead of the correct 'I apologise'.
  • Confusing 'apologise' with 'apology' (apologise is the verb; apology is the noun).

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Frequently asked questions about I apologise

What does I apologise mean?

I am sorry for what I did.

What is the definition of I apologise?

To express regret for something done or said.

How do you use I apologise in a sentence?

I apologise for my mistake in the report.

Can you give another example of I apologise?

I would like to apologise for being late to the meeting.

What are synonyms for I apologise?

Common alternatives include regret, say sorry, ask forgiveness, make amends, repent.

What words go with I apologise?

It commonly pairs with sincerely apologise, formally apologise, immediately apologise.

What are common mistakes when using I apologise?

Using 'apologize' instead of 'apologise' in British English. Saying 'I apologize for' instead of the correct 'I apologise'. Confusing 'apologise' with 'apology' (apologise is the verb; apology is the noun).

How do you pronounce I apologise?

US: //aɪ əˈpɑləˌdʒaɪz//, UK: //aɪ əˈpɒlədʒaɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I apologise?

Use 'I apologise' in formal contexts or when expressing sincere regret. In informal situations, you might simply say 'sorry'.