Introduction:
Apologizing is an important part of good communication.
When we say “sorry” politely, it shows respect, kindness, and maturity.
Let’s learn 5 simple English phrases to apologize naturally — with Telugu meaning and pronunciation.
I’m sorry.
Pronunciation: aim sa-ree
Use: The most common way to say you7 did something wrong or hurt someone.
Example: I’m sorry I came late to class.
Telugu Meaning: నేను ఆలస్యంగా వచ్చినందుకు క్షమించండి.
(Nenu aalasyaṅga vachchina nanduku kṣhaminchandi.)
I didn’t mean to.
Pronunciation: ay didn’t meen too
Use: To say it was a mistake or you didn’t do it intentionally.
Example: I didn’t mean to hurt your feelings.
Telugu Meaning: మీ మనసు నొప్పించాలనే ఉద్దేశం లేదు.
(Mee manasu noppinchaalane uddesham ledu.)
My apologies.
Pronunciation: mai uh-paa-luh-jeez
Use: A formal and polite way to say sorry (especially in writing or meetings).
Example: My apologies for the confusion.
Telugu Meaning: గందరగోళానికి నా క్షమాపణలు.
(Gandharagolaaniki naa kṣhamaapaṇalu.)
Please forgive me.
Pronunciation: pleez for-giv mee
Use: When you ask someone to forgive your mistake.
Example: Please forgive me for shouting at you.
Telugu Meaning: మీపై అరిచినందుకు దయచేసి నన్ను క్షమించండి.
(Meepai arichina nanduku dayachesi nannu kṣhaminchandi.)
I owe you an apology.
Pronunciation: ay o-yoo an uh-paa-luh-jee
Use: When you realize later that you should apologize.
Example: I owe you an apology for my rude behavior yesterday.
Telugu Meaning: నిన్న నా ప్రవర్తనకు నేను క్షమాపణ చెప్పాలి.
(Ninna naa pravarthanaku nenu kṣhamaapaṇa cheppaali.)
Conclusion:
Saying “sorry” sincerely strengthens relationships.
Practice these 5 polite apology phrases — they’ll make your English more respectful and heartfelt.
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