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Sorry for the trouble vs sorry for troubling you

Both phrases are correct and are commonly used in English. They express a similar message of apologizing for causing inconvenience or difficulty. The choice between the two phrases depends on personal preference or the specific context in which they're used.
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Last updated: July 07, 2024

Sorry for the trouble

This phrase is correct and commonly used to apologize for causing inconvenience or difficulty.

This phrase is used to express regret for causing problems or inconvenience to someone. It is a polite way to acknowledge that one's actions have caused difficulty for the other person.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry for the trouble I caused you.
  • Sorry for the trouble with the delivery.
  • Please accept my apologies for the trouble I have caused.
  • Sorry for the trouble, I didn't mean to upset you.
  • I want to apologize for any trouble I may have caused.

Alternatives:

  • I apologize for the inconvenience.
  • I'm sorry for the inconvenience.
  • Sorry for the inconvenience.
  • I'm sorry for the hassle.
  • Sorry for the bother.

sorry for troubling you

This phrase is correct and commonly used to apologize for causing inconvenience or difficulty.

This phrase is used to express regret for causing problems or inconvenience to someone. It is a polite way to acknowledge that one's actions have caused difficulty for the other person.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry for troubling you with my request.
  • Sorry for troubling you with all my questions.
  • Please forgive me for troubling you.
  • Sorry for troubling you, I didn't mean to cause any inconvenience.
  • I want to apologize for troubling you with my mistake.

Alternatives:

  • I apologize for causing you trouble.
  • I'm sorry for causing you inconvenience.
  • Sorry for causing you any inconvenience.
  • I'm sorry for bothering you.
  • Sorry for causing you any hassle.

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