Apologising

In this video, Paul says sorry for making Noelia fall over. Listen to the language they use for apologising and practise saying the useful phrases.

Do the preparation exercise first. Then watch the video and do the exercises to check your understanding and practise the language.

Transcript

Ana: Hi! I'm Ana. Welcome to What to Say!

Do you know what to say when you want to apologise? Listen out for useful language for apologising. Then, we'll practise saying the new phrases – after this.

 

Paul: Noelia! I am so sorry! Are you OK?

Noelia: I think so. That was lucky.

Paul: I'm really sorry! I didn't see you!

Noelia: That's all right. I shouldn't have been running.

Paul: No, no, I should have been paying attention. 

Noelia: And they teach you not to run inside at school!

Paul: Still, it was my fault and I'm sorry.

Noelia: I'm sorry too. It was both of us. Honestly, it's fine. I'm fine. Don't worry about it. Hey, I saved the laptop though!

Bob: Yeah, I'll be there in …

Noelia: Oh no!

Bob: Uh oh!

Paul: Ahhhh … 

 

Ana: Hello again! Ooh, I hope Noelia's OK. So, did you notice the useful phrases used for apologising? Listen to me and then repeat. 

 

I'm so sorry!

I'm really sorry!

That's all right.

It was my fault.

I'm sorry too.

Honestly, it's fine.

Don't worry about it.

 

Ana: Try and use some of these phrases the next time you want to apologise in English. Bye for now!

 

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Submitted by JdEnglish23 on Mon, 03/08/2026 - 19:38

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I said sorry to my parents because I lost some money a month ago.

Submitted by I LOVE MY SELF on Sat, 01/08/2026 - 16:33

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I am  sorry bro because i ate your breakfast yesterday

Submitted by Bravo90 on Thu, 30/07/2026 - 20:23

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Yesterday, I hacés a little mistake in my worksite, I saw apologize, no was a big deal

Submitted by Beart on Mon, 27/07/2026 - 18:59

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The last time I said sorry it was when I took the place of a person in a queue because I didn't see her.

Submitted by My Hanh on Sun, 26/07/2026 - 14:56

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The last time I apologized, it was to myself—for failing to take proper care of my well-being, indulging in mindless entertainment, and wasting so much time on Facebook and YouTube. I have since deleted those apps from my phone and committed to dedicating my time to exercise and learning English. While this path may be more challenging, it fosters a more positive mindset because I know I am making progress every day; it is truly beneficial for me.

Submitted by Nabiil on Sun, 26/07/2026 - 06:08

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It was when I play football Match and i take a serious foul. One of the my opposite team player.

Submitted by Zaid-Ahmad on Thu, 23/07/2026 - 20:23

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apologies when its your mistake

Submitted by Mr.Aissam on Wed, 22/07/2026 - 17:30

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I d'ont remember where and with how my last apologis,but i's not roong to say sorry wene you have had made mistake.

Submitted by LYC on Wed, 22/07/2026 - 03:38

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The last time I said sorry was when I made my girlfriend cry.

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Submitted by Verenice on Fri, 10/07/2026 - 03:28

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Yesterday, I broke his lamp. Was my fault, I so sorry.