Meaning of the word sorry in English
What does sorry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sorry
US /ˈsɔːr.i/
UK /ˈsɒr.i/
Adjective
1.
feeling regret or penitence
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I'm sorry for the mistake I made.
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She felt sorry for hurting his feelings.
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2.
feeling pity or sympathy for someone or something
Example:
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I feel sorry for the homeless people.
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It's a sorry state of affairs.
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