sorry for cancelling vs sorry for the cancellation

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Sorry for cancelling' is used when apologizing for personally cancelling something, while 'Sorry for the cancellation' is used when apologizing for an event or situation being cancelled.

Last updated: April 01, 2024

sorry for cancelling

This phrase is correct and commonly used when apologizing for personally cancelling something.

This phrase is used when you want to apologize for cancelling a plan, appointment, or event. It shows regret for the action of cancelling.

Examples:

I'm sorry for cancelling our dinner plans at the last minute.
She felt bad for cancelling the meeting without prior notice.

Alternatives:

I apologize for cancelling
Sorry for calling it off
Apologies for backing out
Regretful for scrapping
I'm sorry for bailing

sorry for the cancellation

This phrase is correct and commonly used when apologizing for an event or situation being cancelled.

This phrase is used when you want to express regret for the fact that an event, appointment, or plan had to be cancelled. It acknowledges the cancellation itself.

Examples:

I want to apologize for the cancellation of the concert.
Sorry for the cancellation of the meeting, it was unavoidable.

Alternatives:

Apologies for the cancellation
I'm sorry about the cancellation
Regretful for the cancellation
Sorry for the event being cancelled
I apologize for the cancellation

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sorry for cancelling vs sorry for the cancellation