I’m sorry
1 used when you are apologizing for something
I'm sorry, I forgot.
Oh, I'm sorry. Have I taken the one you wanted?
I'm sorry. I can't make it tomorrow.
I'm sorry to interrupt but there's an urgent call for you.
I am sorry to disappoint you.
I'm awfully sorry Jane can't come with us.
I'm sorry about the noise.
I'm terribly sorry. I didn't catch your name.
2 used for disagreeing with somebody or politely saying ‘no’
I'm sorry, I don't agree.
I'm sorry, I'd rather you didn't go.
TOPICS Opinion and argument A1
3 used for introducing bad news
I'm sorry to have to tell you you've failed.