Sorry that my question is unclear. vs Sorry if my question not clear.

Both phrases are understandable, but the first one is more commonly used and considered more correct in English. The second phrase has a minor issue with the word order and the use of 'not clear' instead of 'unclear.'

Last updated: April 09, 2024 • 149 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"Sorry that my question is unclear."

This phrase is a polite way to apologize for a lack of clarity in a question. It acknowledges the issue and expresses regret.

Examples:

I'm sorry that my question is unclear. Let me try to explain it better.
Sorry that my instructions were unclear. I'll provide more details.
I apologize that my email was unclear. Please let me know if you need further clarification.

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Sorry that my question is unclear.
But I am sorry that the question of reducing working hours has not been properly expressed by the Commission.
Sorry, question and answer time is later.
I'm sorry the questions are so personal, Margaret.
Mrs Lis Jensen, I am sorry your question could not be answered but I have no control over the clock.
I'm sorry if the question offends you.
Sorry, that question's not on here.
I'm sorry I asked the question.
Sorry. One more question about the photograph.
Confidence. Sorry, one more question.
I'm sorry if I have questions, Bernie.
I'm sorry, no more questions.
I'm sorry, I meant questions about the food.
I'm sorry, they ask questions.
Hello, there, sorry, obvious question, but...
Sorry if this question confused you but the pages are titled "Tel-Aviv - only the important stuff".
No, I'm sorry but this question is offensive for some reason.
Why? It may seem strange, but the problem was very similar to those of the present day; it was simply a sorry question of money, the hard cash needed to pay the assembly that was supposed to give the poet his coveted academic qualification.
I'm really sorry I asked that question.
Sorry for all the questions, i'm just trying to get this all down in the ole head.
Sorry for my amateur questions and thank you for your time.

Alternatives:

I apologize for the unclear nature of my question.
I'm sorry if my question is not clear.
Sorry for any confusion caused by my question.
Apologies if my question lacks clarity.
I'm sorry if my question is unclear.

This phrase has a minor issue with word order and the use of 'not clear' instead of 'unclear.' It is less commonly used in English.

"Sorry if my question not clear."

The correct form of this phrase would be 'Sorry if my question is not clear.' It expresses a conditional apology for a potential lack of clarity in a question.

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Sorry if my question not clear.
I'm sorry if the question offends you.
Sorry if this question confused you but the pages are titled "Tel-Aviv - only the important stuff".
I'm sorry if I have questions, Bernie.
Sorry if some of the questions are basic, but I need all the help I can get, as i really want to safe this beautiful plant.
I'm sorry if you don't like my questions, Mr. Dalal, but you still have to answer them.
I'm sorry if my complicated life... is an inconvenience to your perfect existence.
I am sorry if my conduct has disappointed you, Mr Wisley.
I'm sorry if my hands are cold.
Sorry if my friends were a little pushy.
I'm sorry if my thoughts are muddled.
I'm sorry if my group ruined your weekend.
Sorry if my definition of fun isn't drinking all the time.
I'm sorry if my reaction to the attacks has offended you, Bobby.
I am truly sorry if my presence causes you discomfort.
Sorry if my hands are a little clammy.
Sorry if my work doesn't come up to scratch.
Well, I'm sorry if my femininity threatens you.
Look, I'm sorry if my boundary is your trigger.
Sorry if my voice got too sharp.
I'm sorry if my breath stinks.

Alternatives:

Sorry if my question is unclear.
I apologize if my question lacks clarity.
Apologies if my question is not clear.
I'm sorry if my question is unclear.
Sorry if my question is not clear.

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