Cohesive Devices - Exercise

Here are some phrases for apologizing with examples:

I’m sorry that…

I’m sorry that I was so rude yesterday.
I’m sorry that I missed your call.

It’s my fault.

I am taking responsibility for the problem.
It’s my fault we missed the deadline.

Oops, sorry.

(for very small problems)
Oops, sorry. I didn’t mean to bump into you.
Oops, sorry. I forgot to bring the papers.

I should have…

I should have called you and told you I’d be late.
I should have double-checked the details.

(formal) I apologize for…

I apologize for the delay.
I apologize for any inconvenience caused.



Here are some ways to respond to an apology:

That’s OK.
It happens.
No problem.
Don’t worry about it.
I forgive you. (for serious problems)

 

For more phrases and sentences for apologizing and for responding to apologies, read this article.