Meaning
La expresión «I'm sorry to» se utiliza en inglés para expresar disculpas o lamentar algo que uno va a decir o hacer. Es una forma educada de introducir una frase que puede contener malas noticias, inconvenientes o cualquier situación que pueda causar desagrado al interlocutor.
Ejemplos de uso:
En estos ejemplos, la frase se utiliza para mostrar empatía o consideración antes de comunicar información que puede no ser bien recibida. Es una herramienta útil para suavizar el impacto de las palabras y demostrar cortesía y respeto hacia la otra persona.
Today's Sentences
- I’m sorry to call you so late.
- I’m sorry to bother you with my problems.
- I’m sorry to waste your time.
- I’m sorry to end this relationship.
- I’m sorry to interrupt you.
01
I’m sorry to call you so late.
Situation 1
I’m sorry to call you so late.
That’s ok.
What’s up?
¿Qué pasa?
Your patient has gone into a coma.
I’ll be in right away.
Situation 2
Hello?
I’m sorry to call you so late.
Is everything ok?
I think you need to come home,
dad’s in the hospital.
papá está en el hospital.
02
I’m sorry to bother you with my problems.
Situation 1
It seems like something is wrong.
I’m sorry, but can we meet next time?
Is your dog ok?
The vet advised that I need to put my dog down.
Situation 2
You seem distracted.
Is the movie boring?
¿La película es aburrida?
No, I had an argument with my friends.
Not at all.
We can talk about it if you want?
¿Podemos hablar de eso si quieres?
It’s always two against me.
Complaining that I’m too good for them.
Quejándose de que soy demasiado bueno para ellos.
03
I’m sorry to waste your time.
Situation 1
Are you still interested in looking at our show homes?
No, I’m sorry to waste your time.
Don’t worry about it.
You should look around until you find something that fits your lifestyle.
Deberías buscar hasta encontrar algo que se ajuste a tu estilo de vida.
Thank you for understanding.
Situation 2
We have some new car models coming in this week.
We already signed an auto contract, I’m sorry to waste your time.
Did you?
I’m glad you found something you liked.
Me alegra que hayas encontrado algo que te gustó.
Thank you for helping us and giving us your advice.
04
I’m sorry to end this relationship.
Situation 1
I lied about being out with my friends last night.
Who were you with?
I was with Cameron.
Well, I’m sorry to have to end this relationship.
Situation 2
I’m sorry to end this relationship.
Are you breaking up with me?
Yes, I am. I can’t trust you anymore.
Give me another chance.
05
I’m sorry to interrupt you.
Situation 1
And so the next step in our merge with…
I’m sorry to interrupt you.
Do you have something to add?
Yes, all the data in your presentation is off.
Situation 2
I’m sorry to interrupt you.
Yes, it is rude to interrupt someone.
I just can’t listen to you criticize me anymore.
You’re too blunt for your own good.
