You hurt someone’s feelings by saying something mean.
I didn’t mean to hurt your feelings. • I’m sorry for what I said. • I’ll think before I speak.
You laughed when someone tripped, but then you realized they got hurt.
I shouldn’t have laughed. • I’m sorry you got hurt. • Are you okay?
You borrowed a library book and lost it.
I’m sorry I lost the book. • I should have taken better care of it. • I’ll try to replace it.
Your friend lost his dog and you forgot to call him to check in.
I'm sorry I didn’t call you. • I should have checked in. • Next time I will...
You didn’t pass the ball to your teammate during the game.
I should have passed to you. • I’m sorry I missed you. • I’ll try next time.
You promised to play a video game with your cousin, but you forgot.
I’m sorry I forgot. • I didn’t mean to let you down. • Can we play another time?
You didn’t go to your friend’s birthday party and forgot to tell them.
I’m sorry I didn’t let you know. • I should have told you earlier. • I hope you had a great party.
You didn’t help clean up after art class.
I’m sorry I didn’t help. • I should have stayed to clean. • Next time I’ll join in.
You told a secret your friend asked you to keep.
I shouldn’t have shared your secret. • I’m sorry I broke your trust. • I’ll keep it private next time.
Your little brother was waiting for you to play, but you ignored him.
I’m sorry I ignored you. • I should have played with you. • Let’s play now.