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Sorry to keep you waiting vs Sorry for keeping you waiting

Both of these are correct and commonly used phrases in English. They express the same sentiment of apologizing for making someone wait. The choice between 'Sorry to keep you waiting.' and 'Sorry for keeping you waiting.' depends on personal preference or the specific context in which they're used.
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Last updated: July 23, 2024

Sorry to keep you waiting

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to apologize for making someone wait. It implies that the action of keeping the person waiting is ongoing or in progress.

Examples:

  • Sorry to keep you waiting. I'll be with you in just a moment.
  • I'm sorry to keep you waiting. There was a delay in the meeting.

Alternatives:

  • Apologies for keeping you waiting
  • I apologize for making you wait
  • Sorry for the delay
  • I'm sorry for the wait
  • Forgive me for the delay

Sorry for keeping you waiting

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to apologize for making someone wait. It emphasizes the completion of the action of keeping the person waiting.

Examples:

  • Sorry for keeping you waiting. I got caught up in traffic.
  • I'm sorry for keeping you waiting for so long.

Alternatives:

  • Apologies for the delay
  • I apologize for the wait
  • Sorry for the inconvenience
  • Forgive me for the delay
  • I'm sorry for the holdup

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