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Casual Ways to Say Sorry in English

Apologizing is an essential part of communication. Here are five casual ways to say “I’m sorry” in everyday English conversations.

Apologizing in English doesn’t always require formal phrases like “I sincerely apologize.” In casual conversations, native speakers often use shorter, more relaxed expressions. Here are five common ways to say “I’m sorry” naturally:
1. I apologize. – A simple and slightly formal way to express regret.
2. My bad! – A very informal phrase, commonly used among friends.
3. I didn’t mean to. – Used when you accidentally do something wrong.
4. Sorry about that! – A casual and friendly apology for minor mistakes.
5. Please forgive me. – A more heartfelt way to ask for forgiveness.

These phrases help you sound more natural in English. Try using them in daily conversations to improve your fluency!

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