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VocabJLPT N4

I'm sorry

NounPlace

Also written as 御免

Definitions

1. I'm sorry
2. my apologies
3. may I come in?
4. permission

An informal expression used to apologize or say "sorry." It is less formal than the more polite expression すみません, and is typically used among friends, family, or people of the same age. Because of its casual tone, it should be avoided in formal or professional situations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Sorry for always putting off the things that matter.

Sentence 2

I didn't mean it like that — I'm sorry.

Sentence 3

I totally forgot about our plans. I'm really sorry.

Sentence 4

I'm heading out first, sorry.

Sentence 5

I'll fix it — but first, sorry.