lo siento

sorry

In Spanish, 'sorry' translates to 'lo siento' and it is commonly used to express regret or ask for forgiveness, as you would in English. It can be used in casual or formal situations, and the use largely depends on the context. For instance, you would say 'lo siento' when you apologize for a mistake or want to express sympathy.

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Example sentences using: lo siento

Lo siento, me equivoqué.

I'm sorry, I was wrong.

This phrase is used when recognising and apologising for a mistake.

Ya es demasiado tarde. Lo siento.

It's too late now. I'm sorry.

This phrase is used when someone couldn't do something in time or when a deadline has passed.

Lo siento, he llegado tarde a la reunión.

I'm sorry, I arrived late to the meeting.

This is typically used to apologize for arriving late at a meeting or event.

Lo siento, no entendí lo que decías.

I'm sorry, I didn't understand what you were saying.

This phrase is used when you fail to understand what another person is saying.

Lo siento, pero esa no es la respuesta correcta.

I'm sorry, but that's not the correct answer.

This is frequently used in educational or learning context. The teacher or mentor might use this to correct a pupil's incorrect answer.

Lo siento, estás equivocado.

I'm sorry, you're wrong.

You would use this to gently correct someone.

Lo siento, pero me temo que no puedo estar de acuerdo contigo.

I'm sorry, but I'm afraid I can't agree with you.

This phrase is useful when you want to show that you disagree in a polite and respectful way.

Lo siento, pero ya no queda café.

I'm sorry, but there's no coffee left.

This phrase is used to inform someone that particular item or resource is depleted.

Lo siento, eres muy amable, pero no estoy interesado.

I'm sorry, you're very kind, but I'm not interested.

This sentence is a polite way to turn down a proposal, invitation or offer that does not interest you.

Lo siento, pero no puedo ayudarte en este momento.

I'm sorry, but I can't help you at this time.

This can be used to politely decline a request for help when you're not available or incapable of assisting.