How to Pronounce sorry
English: sorry
Say it like SOR-ree
Phonetic breakdown
Borrowed from English: short 'o' and a tapped Dutch 'r'.
Common mistake
It's informal; 'excuses' or 'pardon' are more formal.
Usage tip
A quick 'sorry' for small bumps; 'pardon' to squeeze past.
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