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I’m sorry to hear that you’re not well vs I’m sorry to hear that you’re ill

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey empathy towards someone who is not feeling well. The choice between 'not well' and 'ill' depends on personal preference or the level of formality desired.

Last updated: March 29, 2024 • 1426 views

I’m sorry to hear that you’re not well

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express sympathy towards someone who is feeling unwell.

This phrase is used to show empathy towards someone who is not feeling well. It is a polite and caring way to express concern.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry to hear that you're not well. Is there anything I can do to help?
  • She said she wasn't feeling well, and I replied, 'I'm sorry to hear that.'
  • He looked pale and tired, so I told him, 'I'm sorry to hear that you're not well.'
  • May 10, 2019 ... I'm sorry to hear that you're not well. Don't worry if you can't install it today. Take your time. I'm trying to install Demo Modern 14 ...
  • Jun 3, 2014 ... 2. Hi Katie,. Welcome back to the BCC discussion forums, but I'm sorry to hear that you're not well. I am sure your fellow forum users will be ...
  • May 10, 2019 ... I'm sorry to hear that you're not well. Don't worry if you can't install it today. Take your time. I'm trying to install Demo Modern 14 ...
  • Mar 16, 2024 ... I'm sorry to hear that you're not well. It feels so dispiriting especially given the nature of the illness.. but sending my love and best ...
  • Jan 11, 2024 ... I'm sorry to hear that you're not well at the moment. Like others, I feel the guilt of not working when I need recovery time. I tried ...
  • Nov 18, 2020 ... I'm sorry to hear that you're not well, hope it's not Corona or anything serious. Get well soon. FoxyOfJungle said: All these things are ...
  • Aug 25, 2024 ... I'm sorry to hear that you're not well. Healing thoughts. Thank you for everything you do. Itty Bitty Kitty Committee Cat Rescue profile ...
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  • I'm sorry to hear that you're not well. Hope things improve for you and we'll be here when you're ready. BIS. Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice ...

Alternatives:

  • I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling unwell.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're under the weather.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're not feeling your best.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're a bit off.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're a little poorly.

I’m sorry to hear that you’re ill

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express sympathy towards someone who is feeling unwell.

This phrase is used to show empathy towards someone who is ill. It is a more formal way to express concern compared to 'not well.'

Examples:

  • I'm sorry to hear that you're ill. Is there anything I can do to help?
  • She mentioned she was ill, and I responded, 'I'm sorry to hear that.'
  • He's been diagnosed with the flu, so I said, 'I'm sorry to hear that you're ill.'
  • I'm sorry to hear that, Robert.
  • I'm sorry to hear that.
  • Well, I'm very sorry to hear that.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, Charlyne.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, sir.
  • I'm sorry to hear that the Prince is unwell.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, soldier.
  • I'm really sorry to hear that.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, Dawn.
  • I'm really sorry to hear that, Adrian.
  • I'm sorry to hear that.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, marvin.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, Alan.
  • I'm truly sorry to hear that, Ernst.
  • I'm sorry to hear that.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, Lady Fingers.
  • I'm awfully sorry to hear that about Tom.
  • I'm sorry to hear that, Rebecca.
  • I'm... sorry to hear that, sir.
  • Well, I'm sorry to hear that.

Alternatives:

  • I'm sorry to hear that you're sick.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're unwell.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling poorly.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're not in good health.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're not feeling well.

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