Say sorry.

Meaning: This is a phrase used when you want to apologize for something you have done or said.

Choice of Words: Say means to speak or utter words. Sorry is an expression of regret or apology. When you put them together, "Say sorry" means to express regret or apologize for something you have done or said.

Alternative Expressions

Express regret.

Meaning: This means to show or tell someone that you are sorry for something you did or said that may have hurt them. It's like saying, I'm really sorry for what I did, I feel bad about it.

Choice of Words: Express means to show or make known something. Regret is a noun that means a feeling of sadness or disappointment about something that has happened. When you put them together, "Express regret" is a request to show or make known your feelings of sadness or disappointment.

Apologize.

Meaning: This means to say or do something to show that you are sorry for something you did or said that may have hurt someone. It's like saying, I'm so sorry for what I said, I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.

Choice of Words: Apologize is a verb that means to say or do something to express regret or sorrow for something you have done or said. When you apologize, you are acknowledging that you made a mistake and you are sorry for it.

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