In this lesson students are guided and introduced to different words and phrases used to say sorry.
Say Sorry
Functional English
1. Say Sorry
Read the dialogue, and practice with a partner.
A: Sorry I didn’t call last night.
B: That’s okay.
A: I got busy cleaning the house.
B: That’s understandable. You had a busy week.
A: Yes. Thanks for understanding.
B: I went to sleep early anyway
2. Say Sorry
Complete the dialogue, and practice with a partner.
A: Why didn’t you call last night?
B: ______________. I forgot.
A: Forgot! I waited all night for your call.
B: I _________________. Please forgive me.
A: Okay, but please don’t forget again.
B: I won’t. I promise. I’m so _____________.
3. I’m So Sorry
Change the information in bold to another situation. Practice again.
A: I’m so sorry I » forgot your birthday».
B: You always » forget my birthday.»
A: I know. I apologize. How can I make it up to you?
B: » Take me out for dinner» tonight.
A: I’m sorry. I’m » working» tonight.
B: No problem. » Take me out» some other time.
Other Ways to Say Sorry:
I apologize I feel really bad I didn`t mean to
Oopsie (informal, childish) My bad (slang) That was my fault
