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1. EXPRESSIONS TO APOLOGIZE

2. 1. Oops, Sorry. / Sorry About That. Say these phrases for very small accidents and mistakes, like when you step on someone’s foot.

3. 2. I’m Sorry For… / I’m Sorry That… / I Apologize For… Say these phrases to apologize for specific bad things you did. The last one is more formal.

4. 3. It Was My Fault. Say this phrase to accept your responsibility for the mistake .

5. 4. I’m So Sorry. / I’m Really Sorry. These phrases express stronger regret for a more serious mistake.

6. 5. I Should Have… / I Shouldn’t Have… Use these phrases to say what you wish you had done differently in the past . “I’m sorry – I should have called and told you I’d be late.”

7. 6. We Deeply Regret / Please Accept Our Apologies These phrases are more formal, and are typically used in business letters . “Please accept our apologies for the delay in delivering your order .”

8. TO ASK FOR PERMISSION Asking for permission to do something takes many different forms. Perhaps you need to get permission to do something at work, or perhaps you need to ask a friend for permission to use one of her possessions, or maybe you need to ask the teacher if you can leave room the for a moment or two. Remember to use polite forms when asking for permission to do something or use an object as you are asking a favor of that person.

9. Structures Used when Asking for Permission Can I + verb - VERY INFORMAL Can I go out tonight? Can he have dinner with us? NOTE: The use of "Can I do something?" is very informal, and considered incorrect by many. However, it is used in everyday informal speech and for that reason has been included.

10. May I + verb May I have another piece of pie? May we go out with our friends tonight? NOTE: Traditionally, the use of "May I do something?" has been used for asking permission. In modern society, this form has become a little more formal and is often replaced with other forms such as "Can I..." and "Could I ..." Many argue that "Can I ..." is incorrect because it refers to ability.

11. However, this form is quite common in everyday situations. Could I please + verb Could I please go with Tom to the movie? Could we please go on trip this weekend? Do you think I could + verb Do you think I could use your cell phone? Do you think I could borrow your car? Would it be possible for me + infinitive Would it be possible for me to use your computer for a few minutes? Would it be possible for to study in this room?

12. Would you mind if I + verb in past Would you mind if I stayed a few more minutes? Would you mind if I took a five minute break? Would you mind my + verb + ing + your + object Would you mind my using your cellphone? Would you mind my playing your piano?