顾老师英语课堂
基本释义:对不起,抱歉(最常用的道歉表达)
词源:源自古英语"sārig",意为"痛苦的"
轻微过失或打扰时的道歉
较严重过失的道歉
引起注意或请求让路
英语中道歉表达根据场合和严重程度有所不同,从非正式的"oops"到正式的"I sincerely apologize"都有不同用法。
Sorry for being late.
I apologize for the inconvenience.
Excuse me, is this seat taken?
抱歉我迟到了。
我为造成的不便道歉。
打扰一下,这个座位有人吗?
索-瑞(短o音)
萨-瑞(长a音)
为某事道歉
正式道歉
礼貌请求
Sorry, can you pass me the book? (不自然)
正确:Excuse me, can you pass me the book?
I excuse me for my mistake. (错误)
正确:I apologize for my mistake.
1. Sorry, I forgot to bring my homework.
2. I apologize for my rude behavior.
3. Excuse me, is this the way to the train station?
1. Excuse me, can I have your attention?
2. I apologize for being late.
3. I apologize for my absence.