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i would like to apologize vs Let me apologize

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey the same meaning of expressing regret or saying sorry. The choice between the two depends on personal preference or the formality of the situation.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 1272 views

i would like to apologize

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express the desire to apologize.

This phrase is used when someone wants to express their intention to apologize for something. It is a polite and formal way to acknowledge a mistake or wrongdoing.

Examples:

  • I would like to apologize for my behavior yesterday.
  • I would like to apologize for the inconvenience caused.
  • I would like to apologize if I offended you in any way.
  • I would like to apologize for the misunderstanding.
  • I would like to apologize for the delay in responding.
  • I would like to apologize for my son's outburst.
  • Mr Jonas, sir, I would like to apologize.
  • Mr President, I would like to apologize to my colleague Mr Campos for speaking in this debate, but I would also like to tell him that I think things would be easier for him if he had waived his immunity himself.
  • Sir, I would like to apologize again for leaving my post.
  • Nat primarily, I would like to apologize for my tone morning, okay?
  • I would like to apologize to our viewers for that.
  • Yes, and I would like to apologize for my lateness.
  • I would like to apologize for not being more glisteny earlier.
  • I would like to apologize for saying that you were not my mother.
  • First and foremost, I would like to apologize for the cleanliness and hygiene of this hotel suite.
  • I would like to apologize for allowing my personal life to interfere with my Hankmed responsibilities.
  • Lester, Jeff... I would like to apologize for roughing you guys up earlier.
  • And so, first and foremost, Your Honor, I would like to apologize to African-Americans across this country.
  • Again, I would like to apologize for the way that you were treated.
  • I would like to apologize for putting my invoices in with my delightful wife's Christmas cards.
  • Before anything else, I would like to apologize for the mess outside your office.
  • Sir, if I may be so bold, I would like to apologize... for Captain Lassard's remark about your nose being up the mayor's...
  • You know, I would like to apologize to you for the way my son looked at you when you walked in.
  • "I would like to apologize to you again"for the wrong I did to you.
  • I would like to apologize to each and every one of you who, yesterday, had to endure the behavior of those men.

Alternatives:

  • I want to apologize
  • I need to apologize
  • I must apologize
  • I should apologize
  • I have to apologize

Let me apologize

This phrase is correct and commonly used to offer an apology.

This phrase is used when someone is offering to apologize for something. It is a polite and formal way to take responsibility for a mistake or offense.

Examples:

  • Let me apologize for the confusion.
  • Let me apologize for the inconvenience.
  • Let me apologize for my behavior.
  • Let me apologize if I hurt your feelings.
  • Let me apologize for the delay.
  • Come on, let me apologize.
  • I have been a tad erratic of late, so let me apologize.
  • Now let me apologize for everything I've done wrong.
  • I have been a tad erratic of late, so let me apologize.
  • First of all, let me apologize for the Pepys'.
  • Okay! First of all, let me apologize for this interruption of process.
  • Let me apologize on his behalf.
  • Let me apologize for my wife.
  • Let me apologize for not introducing myself sooner.
  • Let me apologize for my conduct.
  • At least let me apologize to her.
  • - At least let me apologize.
  • I was hoping you'd let me apologize for my despicable behaviour earlier.
  • Not until you let me apologize.
  • And let me apologize in advance for any inconvenience we might cause.
  • He wouldn't even let me apologize.
  • This is somewhat intrusive, so let me apologize in advance.
  • First of all, let me apologize
  • And let me apologize if Dr. Troy implied that you were.
  • Well, first of all... please let me apologize again for disturbing you at this hour, Mr...

Alternatives:

  • Allow me to apologize
  • I apologize
  • I'm sorry
  • Please accept my apology
  • Forgive me

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