Meaning of I'm so sorry
In simple words: I apologize sincerely.
I'm so sorry in a sentence
- I'm so sorry for being late to the party.
- When I heard the news, I just said, 'I'm so sorry.'
- I'm so sorry I forgot your birthday!
How to use I'm so sorry
Use when you want to apologize in a casual situation. Not suitable for formal contexts like business meetings.
Grammar pattern
standalone apology
Memory hint
Think of 'I'm so sorry' as a heartfelt hug for your words.
Related words
Collocations with I'm so sorry
- I'm so sorry about that
- I'm so sorry if I hurt you
- I'm so sorry for your loss
Synonyms for I'm so sorry
- I apologize
- I'm sorry
- Forgive me
- Pardon me
Opposites of I'm so sorry
- I'm so glad
- No problem
- Don't worry
- It's okay
Common mistakes with I'm so sorry
- Used too frequently, making it sound insincere.
- Saying 'I'm so sorry' when it doesn't fit the context, like for minor inconveniences.
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I'm so sorry in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أنا آسف جداً
أعتذر بصدق.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমি খুবই দুঃখিত
আমি আন্তরিকভাবে ক্ষমা চাইছি।
- GermanDeutsch
Es tut mir so leid
Ich entschuldige mich aufrichtig.
- SpanishEspañol
Lo siento mucho
Te pido disculpas sinceramente.
- Persianفارسی
خیلی متاسفم
واقعا معذرت میخوام.
- FrenchFrançais
Je suis vraiment désolé(e)
Je m'excuse sincèrement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मुझे बहुत अफ़सोस है
मैं ईमानदारी से माफ़ी मांगता हूँ।
- ItalianItaliano
Mi dispiace tantissimo
Mi scuso sinceramente.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sinto muito
Peço desculpas sinceramente.
- RussianРусский
Мне так жаль
Я искренне извиняюсь.
- Urduاردو
مجھے بہت افسوس ہے
میں سچے دل سے معذرت کرتا ہوں۔
- Chinese中文
非常抱歉
我真心道歉。
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Frequently asked questions about I'm so sorry
What does I'm so sorry mean?
I apologize sincerely.
What is the definition of I'm so sorry?
An expression of deep regret or remorse.
How do you use I'm so sorry in a sentence?
I'm so sorry for being late to the party.
Can you give another example of I'm so sorry?
When I heard the news, I just said, 'I'm so sorry.'
What are synonyms for I'm so sorry?
Common alternatives include I apologize, I'm sorry, Forgive me, Pardon me.
What is the opposite of I'm so sorry?
Opposite meanings include I'm so glad, No problem, Don't worry, It's okay.
What words go with I'm so sorry?
It commonly pairs with I'm so sorry about that, I'm so sorry if I hurt you, I'm so sorry for your loss.
What are common mistakes when using I'm so sorry?
Used too frequently, making it sound insincere. Saying 'I'm so sorry' when it doesn't fit the context, like for minor inconveniences.
How do you pronounce I'm so sorry?
US: //aɪm soʊ ˈsɑri//, UK: //aɪm səʊ ˈsɒri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is I'm so sorry formal or informal?
"I'm so sorry" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use I'm so sorry?
Use when you want to apologize in a casual situation. Not suitable for formal contexts like business meetings.










