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Apologizing in English (beginner)
Beginner English for apologizing. Key line: “I'm really sorry about that.”
Full script
Lin
Can I buy you a new coffee?
Them
That's kind, but I'm okay.
Lin
I'm really sorry about that.
Them
No problem. It was an accident.
Lin
I spilled it on your shirt.
Them
Yes, now I smell like coffee.
Lin
Can I help clean it?
Them
Sure, but now I'm wide awake.
Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
replace it
✓ Can I buy you a new coffee?offer to replace it
Natural when making up for it
very sorry
✓ I'm really sorry about that.strong apology
More sincere than sorry
it's okay
✓ No problem.to reassure someone
Often said to comfort someone
I'll clean it
✓ Can I help clean it?offer to help clean up
Say this after making a mess
Quick answers
replace it: what to say in English
Say “Can I buy you a new coffee?” — offer to replace it. Natural when making up for it.
very sorry: what to say in English
Say “I'm really sorry about that.” — strong apology. More sincere than sorry.
it's okay: what to say in English
Say “No problem.” — to reassure someone. Often said to comfort someone.
I'll clean it: what to say in English
Say “Can I help clean it?” — offer to help clean up. Say this after making a mess.