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"Sorry to confuse you" vs "sorry for confusing you"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Sorry for confusing you' is used when apologizing for a past action that caused confusion, while 'Sorry to confuse you' is used when apologizing for a current or imminent confusion.

Last Updated: March 29, 2024

Sorry to confuse you

This phrase is correct and commonly used when apologizing for a current or imminent confusion.

This phrase is used to apologize for causing confusion in the present or near future. It acknowledges that the speaker's current or upcoming actions may lead to confusion.

Examples:

  • Sorry to confuse you with all the information overload.
  • I'm sorry to confuse you with my sudden change in plans.

Alternatives:

  • I apologize for confusing you
  • I'm sorry if I'm confusing you

sorry for confusing you

This is correct

Use this phrase if you want to apologize for having confused someone with your words or actions.

ExpertExplanation provided by a TextRanch English expert


Some examples from our editors:

  • I know I keep changing the dates; I'm sorry for confusing you.
  • I forgot to update the deadline on our project list; I'm sorry for confusing you.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • sorry for having confused you
  • sorry if I have confused you

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