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UK//səʊ ˈsɒri//US//soʊ ˈsɔri//

Meaning of So sorry

An expression of regret or apology for an action or situation.

In simple words: A way to express regret or apology.

So sorry in a sentence

  • I am *so sorry* for forgetting your birthday.
  • When I spilled coffee on her dress, I just said, 'I'm *so sorry*!'
  • '*So sorry*' for the confusion about the meeting time.
  • He said, 'I'm *so sorry* for being late.', looking genuinely upset.
  • *So sorry* if I hurt your feelings; that wasn't my intention.
  • She was *so sorry* when she realized she had missed the deadline.

How to use So sorry

Used to express sincere regret in various contexts, often in response to a mistake or misunderstanding. Suitable for both formal and informal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone apology

Memory hint

Imagine someone looking very sad and saying 'so sorry' with a heavy heart.

Related words

Collocations with So sorry

  • say so sorry
  • feel so sorry
  • be so sorry
  • apologize and say so sorry

Synonyms for So sorry

Common mistakes with So sorry

  • Used too frequently in casual situations, may come off as insincere.
  • Confusing with 'so sorry for' which needs an object.
  • Not capitalizing 'So' at the beginning of a sentence.

Compare So sorry with My apologies, Sorry, Regret

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Frequently asked questions about So sorry

What does So sorry mean?

A way to express regret or apology.

What is the definition of So sorry?

An expression of regret or apology for an action or situation.

How do you use So sorry in a sentence?

I am *so sorry* for forgetting your birthday.

Can you give another example of So sorry?

When I spilled coffee on her dress, I just said, 'I'm *so sorry*!'

What are synonyms for So sorry?

Common alternatives include I apologize, my apologies, sorry, regret, pardon me.

What words go with So sorry?

It commonly pairs with say so sorry, feel so sorry, be so sorry, apologize and say so sorry.

What are common mistakes when using So sorry?

Used too frequently in casual situations, may come off as insincere. Confusing with 'so sorry for' which needs an object. Not capitalizing 'So' at the beginning of a sentence.

How do you pronounce So sorry?

US: //soʊ ˈsɔri//, UK: //səʊ ˈsɒri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use So sorry?

Used to express sincere regret in various contexts, often in response to a mistake or misunderstanding. Suitable for both formal and informal situations.