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VocabJLPT N4
I'm sorry
Expression

Also written as 御免なさい

Definitions

  1. 1. I'm sorry
  2. 2. my apologies
This phrase is a sincere and formal way to apologize, meaning "I am sorry." It is stronger and more heartfelt than a casual sorry, and is appropriate when you have genuinely done something wrong.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm so sorry for changing plans on you last minute!

Sentence 2

I'm sorry for leaving without you.

Sentence 3

Hey, did that joke bother you? I'm sorry.

Sentence 4

Oh no, I forgot to return your key? I'm sorry, I'll bring it right now!

Sentence 5

I'm sorry for taking so long to get back to you.