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I'm sorry for what I did vs I'm sorry for what I've done

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English to apologize for past actions. The choice between them depends on personal preference and context. Generally, “have done” refers to the recent past, whereas “did” could refer to something that happened a long time ago.
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I'm sorry for what I did

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to apologize for past actions.

This phrase is used to express regret for a specific action that was done in the past.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry for what I did yesterday.
  • I'm sorry for what I did to hurt you.
  • I'm sorry for what I did at the party.
  • Sep 22, 2023 ... What is the best way to respond when someone says "I'm sorry for what I did" or "I'm sorry for saying that"? All related (32). Recommended.
  • Apr 3, 2024 ... I'm sorry for what I did, please listen to me. 13 comments. r/MariahCarey icon. r/MariahCarey · Mariah's curls - why doesn't she wear them? r ...
  • May 29, 2020 ... How do I let everyone I hurt in the past know that I'm sorry for what I did and I'll try to do better and be more understanding of what ...
  • Feb 21, 2023 ... "I'm sorry for what I did" is cause B.F Pinkerton, the main character cheated on Butterfly (or Cio-Cio san, referenced in El scorcho) while he ...
  • Jan 20, 2018 ... ... apology is not accepted? How should I let someone know I'm sorry for what I did? 136,492 Views · How easy is it for you to say sorry? 2,501 ...
  • Sep 26, 2016 ... “I want you to know from my heart, I'm sorry for what I did to your brother,” Frank said. “One day, when I go to heaven to be judged by God ...
  • Sep 7, 2009 ... Some mistakes include being general instead of specific ("I'm sorry for what I did"), angry apology ("I said I was sorry, didn't I?
  • I'm sorry for what I did when we bought this bar to share. When you turned your back, I ate all of it. And hid the wrapper. Ben Rasmussen – July 15, 2021.
  • Aug 2, 2023 ... Sincerity. Specificity. Remorse. Commitment. Ownership: “I'm sorry for what I did in Monday's meeting. Can we chat about this for ...
  • Jul 27, 2021 ... In the passive voice: Instead of “I'm sorry for what I did,” some apologies come out as, “I'm sorry for what happened” and thereby dodge ...

Alternatives:

  • I apologize for my actions.
  • I regret what I did.
  • I'm sorry for my behavior.

I'm sorry for what I've done

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to apologize for past actions.

This phrase is used to express regret for actions that have been done in the past and may still have an impact on the present.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry for what I've done to you.
  • I'm sorry for what I've done to cause this mess.
  • I'm sorry for what I've done in the past.
  • Sep 19, 2024 ... I have committed a cardinal sin, i'm sorry for what I've done :'(. Comedy. r ...
  • Jul 29, 2022 ... Dear Social Media, I'm Sorry for What I've Done. Spencer Sheinin, CPA, CA. ·. Follow. 4 min read. ·. Jul 29, 2022.
  • Jun 5, 2021 ... I'm sorry for what I've done. DevilJoe Swanson. Meme (Sat/Sun only). r ...
  • I'm Sorry for What I've Done”: The Language of Courtroom Apologies ; Published: 16 April 2014 ; Online ISBN: 9780199364817 ; Print ISBN: 9780199325665.
  • I'm Sorry for What I've Done. The Language of Courtroom Apologies. M. Catherine Gruber. Oxford Studies in Language and Law. Offers new insights into the way ...
  • I'm sorry for what I've done and I want to change. Going by the dictionary definition, that means I've repented. Then why do I still feel unsettled? What is ...
  • I'm sorry for what I've done. Please forgive me. Around this time, I also attended my first funeral. It was for a little brown-haired boy, taken early from ...
  • Jun 20, 2012 ... Sometimes it's “I'm sorry” for what others have done, and sometimes it's “I'm sorry” for what I've done or failed to do. I think we can ...
  • I'm sorry for whAT I've DONE, FORGIVE ME FOR WHAT I've YET TO DO. Share Project. Specialisms: Digital Arts Film & Animation Sound Art. My work aims to ...
  • Aug 2, 2021 ... I'm sorry for what I've done. Photo by Freddy Castro on Unsplash. Dear Taylor, I'm sorry I didn't know. It's not an excuse for the things I ...

Alternatives:

  • I apologize for my actions.
  • I regret what I've done.
  • I'm sorry for my behavior.

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