Pattern Family 43 — Apologizing for the Delay

Hindi Pattern

• देर हो गई।
• लेट हो गया।
• इंतज़ार कराने के लिए माफ़ करना।

Natural English Expressions

• Sorry I'm late.
• Sorry to keep you waiting.
• Thanks for waiting.
• Apologies for the delay.
• Sorry for the delay.

Nuance

Keep apologies brief and sincere.

Examples

• Sorry I'm late.
• Sorry to keep you waiting.
• Thanks for waiting.

Common Mistakes

See the preferred expressions above instead of translating literally.

Memory Tip

Learn the expression as a complete phrase.