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Formal apology phrases in Korean
Need to apologize formally in Korean? Use these polite phrases to sound respectful and sincere 👇 🔴 죄송합니다 [joesonghamnida] - I'm sorry
How these words work together
These formal apology phrases in Korean are used to express sincere regret in polite and professional situations. They are common in workplaces or any setting where respectful communication is important. Using these phrases helps show responsibility and a willingness to correct mistakes. They are suitable for intermediate learners who want to sound polite and professional.
Words in this chart
| Korean | Romanization | English |
|---|---|---|
| 죄송합니다 | joesonghamnida | I'm sorry |
| 제가 실수했습니다 | jega silsuhaetseumnida | I made a mistake |
| 양해 부탁드립니다 | yanghae butakdeurimnida | Please understand |
| 다시는 안 그러겠습니다 | dasineun an geureogetseumnida | It won't happen again |
| 불편을 드려 죄송합니다 | bulpyeoneul deuryeo joesonghamnida | Sorry for the inconvenience |
| 확인이 부족했습니다 | hwagini bujokhaetseumnida | I didn't check carefully enough |
| 바로 수정하겠습니다 | baro sujeonghagetseumnida | I'll fix it right away |
| 다시 한번 사과드립니다 | dasi hanbeon sagwadeurimnida | I apologize again |
Example sentences
죄송합니다. 제가 실수했습니다. 바로 수정하겠습니다.
I'm sorry. I made a mistake. I'll fix it right away.
불편을 드려 죄송합니다. 다시는 안 그러겠습니다.
Sorry for the inconvenience. It won't happen again.
확인이 부족했습니다. 다시 한번 사과드립니다. 양해 부탁드립니다.
I didn't check carefully enough. I apologize again. Please understand.
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