Meaning
I apologize for is used to tell someone you’re sorry for something that has caused problems, inconvenience or unhappiness. It can be an admission of fault for something. And also to express regret for something done or said.
Today’s Sentences
- I apologize for being rude.
- I apologize for telling a lie.
- I apologize for calling so late.
- I apologize for eating your lunch.
- I apologize for leaving without you.
- Writer’s Note
01
I apologize for being rude.
Situation 1
How old are you again?
Excuse me?
I apologize for being rude.
I’m glad you realize that it’s a personal and potentially sensitive question.
Situation 2
So if you don’t mind me asking, do you have a boyfriend?
Yes, I mind.
And you shouldn’t ask such personal questions.
I apologize for being rude.
I was just interested in getting to know you better.
It wasn’t offensive but it’s a personal question that I don’t wish to answer.
02
I apologize for telling a lie.
Situation 1
Can I ask you if what you’re saying is true?
No, it’s not true.
I apologize for telling a lie.
Why would you lie about something so little?
I think it’s a bad habit.
I didn’t realize it would hurt you.
Situation 2
I apologize for telling a lie.
How could I ever trust you again?
Please give me another chance.
Unless you show me that you can be honest, I’m not sure if this relationship is worth it.
03
I apologize for calling so late.
Situation 1
I apologize for calling so late.
That’s okay.
Were you about to go to call it a night?
I was getting ready for bed but I can talk.
What’s up?
Situation 2
Hello?
I apologize for calling so late.
But there’s an emergency.
I’m listening.
The box containing evidence for the new case seems to have been misplaced.
We need them to start the trial.
04
I apologize for eating your lunch.
Situation 1
Have you seen a box of salad in the fridge?
I saw the salad this morning.
Was it yours?
Yes, it was my lunch.
I shouldn’t have but I ate it.
I apologize for eating your lunch.
Situation 2
Have you seen the sandwich I brought home?
You mean the tomato basil sandwich?
That was supposed to be my lunch.
I had no idea it was yours.
I apologize for eating your lunch.
05
I apologize for leaving without you.
Situation 1
How was the party?
It was fun.
There was too much drinking.
I apologize for leaving without you.
But I just couldn’t stand being at the party any longer.
But next time, you should tell me that you’re leaving.
I was worried about you.
Situation 2
Hey, I apologize for leaving without you.
That’s okay.
I ended up meeting some interesting people.
There were a lot more vendor displays at the convention this year.
I agree!
It was a great event.
Writer’s Note
Just to review, to apologize for something means to feel or say sorry to someone. You may add adverbs that are used to strengthen the meaning of other adverbs and adjectives. They are called degree adverbs because they specify the degree to which an adjective or another adverb applies. In other words, these types of words intensify the overall meaning.
Some examples of adverbs that fit well with apologize are:
- very
- extremely
- totally
- really
- sincerely
- highly
- wholeheartedly
- completely
- terribly
- deeply
Try them out! Try forming your own apology with these adverbs and write them in the comments below. Share your progress and share your mistakes, we’ll all here to learn. Cheers😊👍
