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i am late vs i'm late

Both "i am late" and "i'm late" are correct, but "i'm late" is more commonly used in spoken English. The contraction "i'm" is a common way to express "I am" in informal conversations.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 4632 views

i am late

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in spoken English.

This phrase is a correct way to express that you are late, but it is less common in spoken English compared to the contracted form "i'm late".

Alternatives:

  • I am running late
  • I am behind schedule
  • I am delayed

i'm late

This phrase is correct and commonly used in spoken English.

This phrase is a common and natural way to express that you are late in spoken English. The contraction "i'm" is a casual and informal way to say "I am".
  • I'm late for the bus.
  • I'm late for soccer practice.
  • And sorry that I'm late.
  • I'm late because she lives in Poughkeepsie.
  • No, I'm late for class.
  • I have to go. I'm late for work.
  • I'm late for Subversive Literature.
  • I'm late for an important appointment.
  • My apologies, James. I'm late.
  • And I'm late for a session.
  • I'm late for a runwith my dad.
  • Otherwise, I'm late for the afternoon movie.
  • I'm late for my press conference.
  • Wish I could, but I'm late.
  • I'm late for somethin'.
  • I'm late for my spray tan.
  • I don't have time. I'm late.
  • Sorry. I'm late for my mass wedding.
  • I'm late for my appointment with Munce.
  • I'm late for a vital tea dance.

Alternatives:

  • I am running late
  • I am behind schedule
  • I am delayed

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