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sorry to hear that vs sorry for hearing that

The phrase 'sorry to hear that' is the correct, commonly used expression. It's used to express sympathy or empathy when someone shares bad news or a difficult situation. On the other hand, 'sorry for hearing that' isn't a common English phrase and doesn't convey the intended meaning effectively.
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sorry to hear that

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express sympathy or empathy when someone shares bad news or a difficult situation.

This phrase is used to show compassion or understanding when someone tells you about a negative experience or situation.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry to hear that you lost your job.
  • Sorry to hear that you're feeling unwell.
  • She said her dog passed away, and I told her I was sorry to hear that.
  • Sorry to hear that your flight got canceled.
  • I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a tough time.
  • Feb 7, 2023 ... When people say “I'm sorry to hear that”, or “sorry for your loss”; the “sorry” doesn't mean “pity” or “I apologise”. The “sorry” means sympathy ...
  • Feb 28, 2024 ... Here are 22 ways to say “I am sorry to hear that” professionally, each with an example sentence and the best use case for its application.
  • Jul 18, 2023 ... That's good and simple for that scenario, thanks. ... I sometimes say 'Sorry to hear that' as a response. Most often I'll say 'that sucks' but ...
  • Jan 13, 2016 ... Why do people say "sorry to hear that" when they mean "I am sorry that happened"? Being sorry to hear something happened is essentially the same ...
  • Apr 5, 2024 ... They're sorry that you're having/had a bad experience. For example if you say you lost your job and someone says they're sorry to hear that, ...
  • Apr 20, 2023 ... Is it too clichéd to say "I'm sorry to hear that" or "I'm sorry for your loss" when someone tells you they've lost a close friend/relative? I am ...
  • Feb 2, 2024 ... Sorry to hear that Carl Weathers has died. Of course he did many things in TV and film, but his role as Apollo Creed made him a household ...
  • May 3, 2021 ... I was so sorry to hear that Olympia Dukakis had passed away. She has been one of my favorite people that I have ever known or worked with.
  • May 18, 2022 ... "I'm sorry to hear that": Finding New Biases in Language Models with a Holistic Descriptor Dataset. Authors:Eric Michael Smith, Melissa Hall, ...
  • Jun 6, 2024 ... So sorry to hear that our own Dr. Willard (Tom Bower) has passed. He was such a nice guy and a great actor. His wife Ursula was also a ...

sorry for hearing that

This phrase is not a common expression in English and does not convey the intended meaning effectively.

  • Jan 19, 2019 ... We usually say I am sorry to hear that to show our sympathy. Can I say I am sorry for hearing that? Obviously "hearing that" is a reason, ...
  • Oct 13, 2020 ... I'm so sorry for hearing that, I hope you can feel better, he'd love your tattoo <3.
  • Mar 29, 2023 ... A I had a migraine for a whole week. B sorry for hearing that. Is it right to use "sorry for hearing that."? what is the difference ...
  • Apr 26, 2023 ... 2. Hello,. Sorry for hearing that the Excel Add-in is causing you troubles , can you please have a look at the following thread : MS Excel Add ...
  • Apr 21, 2009 ... I think to say, "I'm sorry for hearing that." isn't correct to mean "I'm sorry to hear that." I guess the reason is; 1.
  • Dear Kim, I am so sorry for hearing that your mom passed away. I wish I would hav know I would have loved to come and show my support and respect for Alice ...
  • Feb 19, 2018 ... and I feel sorry for hearing that and I... What is the difference between We're right sorry to hear it. and We're very sorry to hear it ...
  • hi pepsico, sorry for hearing that, you remember i was asking for additional evidence on these forums since i had only my Asylum case receipt and fingerprints ...
  • Mar 26, 2015 ... >>GearBest: I'm so sorry for hearing that >>GearBest: it may caused by the review >>GearBest: our company will cannot accept your order now

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