DO NOT say "I'm Sorry"! Apologize PROPERLY in English!

POC English

4 Oct 202408:17

Summary

TLDRThis lesson covers various ways to apologize in English, offering basic, advanced, and formal expressions. It teaches common phrases like 'I'm sorry' and 'my bad' for casual situations, as well as more advanced terms like 'I apologize' or 'please forgive me' for serious apologies. Formal phrases like 'please accept my sincere apologies' and 'I take full responsibility' are introduced for professional settings. The video provides examples and dialogues to demonstrate these expressions in context, helping learners master both informal and formal apologies effectively.

Takeaways

😀 Basic apologies: The simplest and most common way to apologize is by saying 'I'm sorry'.
😅 Casual apology: You can say 'Sorry about that' at the beginning or end of a sentence, or 'My bad' for informal situations.
🙊 Oops: Use 'Oops, sorry' or 'Oops, my bad' when making minor mistakes, like stepping on someone's foot or spilling something.
😎 Advanced apology: Use 'I apologize' instead of 'I'm sorry' to sound more formal and serious.
🙏 Forgiveness: For more serious situations, use 'Please forgive me', especially when you've done something significant.
😬 Accidents: 'I didn't mean to' is used to show that something was unintentional, like 'I didn’t mean to offend you'.
🔄 Reassurance: 'It won't happen again' is a promise to avoid repeating a mistake.
😔 Regret: 'I regret' expresses deeper remorse, such as 'I regret missing the deadline', and uses the verb in the -ing form.
📧 Formal apology: In emails, use 'Please accept my sincere apologies' to sound professional.
😟 Responsibility: 'I take full responsibility' and 'There is no excuse for' are strong formal phrases to acknowledge a mistake at work.

Q & A

What are the three parts of the lesson in the video?
-The lesson is divided into three parts: basic apologies, advanced apologies, and formal apologies, especially for professional settings.
What is the simplest and most effective way to apologize?
-The simplest and most effective way to apologize is by saying 'I'm sorry.' It can be used at the beginning of a sentence to express regret.
What phrase can be used to express a casual apology, and where can it be placed in a sentence?
-The phrase 'sorry about that' can be used casually and can be placed either at the beginning or end of a sentence.
What is a friendly and informal way to apologize, and how can it be combined with 'oops'?
-A friendly and informal way to apologize is by saying 'my bad.' It can be combined with 'oops' to say 'oops, my bad,' especially when a small mistake is made.
What is a more formal way to apologize than saying 'I'm sorry'?
-A more formal way to apologize is by saying 'I apologize,' which is appropriate for formal situations.
When should the phrase 'please forgive me' be used?
-'Please forgive me' should be used when you have done something serious and want to express deep regret.
How can you show that something was not intentional when apologizing?
-You can say 'I didn't mean to' followed by the action, such as 'I didn't mean to offend you,' to show that the action was unintentional.
What phrase can be used to promise that a mistake won't happen again?
-The phrase 'It won't happen again' can be used to promise that a mistake will not be repeated.
How can the word 'regret' be used in a sentence when apologizing?
-You can use 'regret' with the gerund form of a verb, such as 'I regret not telling you the truth' or 'I regret missing the deadline.'
What is a highly formal way to apologize in email communication?
-In formal emails, you can say 'Please accept my sincere apologies' to professionally express regret for a mistake.

Outlines

00:00

😊 Basic Apologies: Simple and Common Ways to Say Sorry

This section introduces basic apologies and common ways to express regret. The instructor highlights that 'I'm sorry' is the most effective way to apologize. It can be used for various situations, such as forgetting someone's birthday or missing a call. Other casual alternatives like 'Sorry about that' or 'My bad' are also discussed, along with the expression 'Oops' to indicate minor mistakes. The instructor emphasizes how these phrases can be used at different points in a sentence, depending on the context.

05:00

😌 Advanced Apologies: Expressing Deeper Regret

In this section, more advanced and formal ways of apologizing are introduced. The instructor suggests using 'I apologize' for more serious situations and explains when to use 'Please forgive me' for significant wrongdoings. The phrase 'I didn't mean to' is introduced as a way to soften the impact of unintentional mistakes. Additionally, the lesson teaches how to promise that a mistake won’t happen again, using phrases like 'It won’t happen again' and 'I assure you.' 'I regret' is also covered, along with its grammatical construction with the gerund (verb + ing).

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Basic Apologies

Basic apologies refer to simple, everyday phrases used to express regret or acknowledge mistakes. In the video, examples include 'I'm sorry' and 'sorry about that.' These are the most common ways to say sorry and are usually informal, like when someone says 'I'm sorry I forgot your birthday.'

💡My Bad

'My bad' is an informal way of accepting responsibility for a mistake. It is a casual phrase used in everyday conversations to admit fault, like 'My bad, I gave you the wrong directions.' This phrase is more laid-back and friendly compared to more formal apologies.

💡I Apologize

'I apologize' is a more advanced and formal version of saying 'I'm sorry.' It is used to convey a sincere acknowledgment of a mistake, particularly in professional settings, as shown in the example 'I apologize for the delay in sending the documents.'

💡Please Forgive Me

'Please forgive me' is used for more serious apologies when someone has done something that requires a deeper level of regret. It implies a heartfelt request for forgiveness, like 'Please forgive me for not being honest with you.' This phrase indicates that the mistake may have caused significant harm.

💡I Didn't Mean To

'I didn't mean to' is a phrase used to clarify that a negative action was unintentional. It is used to soften the apology by explaining that the harm caused was accidental, such as in the phrase 'I didn't mean to offend you with my comment.'

💡It Won't Happen Again

'It won't happen again' is a promise made when apologizing to ensure that the mistake will not be repeated in the future. It shows accountability and commitment to improvement, as in the example 'I've learned from my mistake, and it won't happen again.'

💡I Regret

'I regret' is a more formal and reflective way to express sorrow for an action, often used with the -ing form of a verb. It signals deeper remorse, especially in professional or serious situations, like 'I regret missing the deadline for the project.'

💡Please Accept My Sincere Apologies

This is a formal phrase often used in written communication to express deep regret for a mistake, especially in business or official settings. It conveys a high level of professionalism, as seen in 'Please accept my sincere apologies for the misunderstanding.'

💡I Owe You an Apology

'I owe you an apology' is a formal way to admit fault and acknowledge that an apology is overdue. It is often used to take responsibility in professional situations, such as 'I owe you an apology for the mistake in the report.'

💡I Take Full Responsibility

'I take full responsibility' is a phrase used to fully own up to a mistake without making excuses. It is common in formal and professional settings where accountability is crucial, such as 'I take full responsibility for the errors made in the calculations.'

Highlights

Introduction to various ways of saying 'sorry' and how the lesson is divided into three parts: basic, advanced, and formal apologies.

Basic apology: The simplest and most common form of apologizing is saying 'I'm sorry.'

'Sorry about that' is a casual way of apologizing and can be used at the beginning or end of a sentence.

'My bad' is a casual, friendly way of admitting a mistake, often paired with 'oops.'

More advanced apology: Instead of 'I'm sorry,' say 'I apologize,' which is more formal and appropriate in professional settings.

'Please forgive me' is used when a significant mistake has been made, expressing remorse for serious offenses.

'I didn't mean to' is used to explain that the mistake was unintentional.

Promises can be made after an apology: 'It won't happen again' or 'I've learned from my mistake.'

'I regret' can be used for formal apologies, particularly in written communications, and is followed by a verb in the gerund form.

Formal apology: 'Please accept my sincere apologies' is a formal way to apologize in work-related situations, especially in emails.

'I owe you an apology' is a direct and formal way to admit fault in a professional setting.

Adding emphasis with 'I deeply regret' when the mistake has caused significant inconvenience or frustration.

Taking ownership of mistakes with 'I take full responsibility for,' often used in formal or professional contexts.

Using 'there is no excuse for' shows accountability and refusal to justify the mistake.

Final formal apology phrase: 'I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused,' often used in emails to show professionalism.