apologised
word · lemma: apologise
Definition
Said sorry for something wrong or hurtful done, showing regret in the past.
Usage & Nuances
'Apologised' is only used for past actions; typically more formal than 'said sorry'. Common with 'for' (apologised for being late) and 'to' (apologised to her). Mainly British spelling; US spelling is 'apologized'.
Spanish: se disculpóPortuguese (BR): pediu desculpasPortuguese (PT): pediu desculpaChinese (Simplified): 道歉了Chinese (Traditional): 道歉了Hindi: माफी मांगीArabic: اعتذر
Example Sentences
She apologised for being late.
basic
He apologised to his friend after the fight.
basic
They apologised for the mistake.
basic
After realizing what she said, she quickly apologised.
natural
He apologised even though it wasn't really his fault.
natural
If you hurt someone’s feelings, it’s best if you apologised right away.
natural