Sorry: meaning, definitions and examples
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sorry
[ ˈsɒri ]
expression of apology
Used to apologize or express regret for something that has happened.
Synonyms
apologetic, apologizing, regretful
Examples of usage
- Sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt you.
- I'm sorry for forgetting your birthday.
Translations
Translations of the word "sorry" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desculpa
🇮🇳 माफ़ करना (maaf karna)
🇩🇪 entschuldigung
🇮🇩 maaf
🇺🇦 вибач
🇵🇱 przepraszam
🇯🇵 ごめんなさい (gomen'nasai)
🇫🇷 désolé
🇪🇸 lo siento
🇹🇷 özür dilerim
🇰🇷 미안합니다 (mianhamnida)
🇸🇦 آسف (aasif)
🇨🇿 promiň
🇸🇰 prepáč
🇨🇳 对不起 (duìbuqǐ)
🇸🇮 oprosti
🇮🇸 afsakið
🇰🇿 кешіріңіз (keshiñiz)
🇬🇪 ბოდიში (bodishi)
🇦🇿 bağışlayın
🇲🇽 lo siento
Word origin
The word 'sorry' originated from the Old English word 'sarig', meaning distressed or grieved. Over time, it evolved to represent feelings of regret or apology. The concept of expressing sorrow or remorse for one's actions has been present in various cultures throughout history, highlighting the importance of acknowledging mistakes and seeking forgiveness.