申し訳ありません
moushiwake arimasenphrase★Intermediate
formal
A formal apology expressing regret or remorse for an action or situation, often used in professional or polite contexts.
申し訳ありませんが、予約は満席です。
I'm sorry, but the reservation is fully booked.
このような結果になって申し訳ありません。
I apologize for this outcome.
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This phrase is commonly used in formal settings, business, and customer service to express sincere regret. It is more formal than 'すみません' (sumimasen).
Collocations
申し訳ありませんがI'm sorry, but申し訳ありませんでしたI was sorry
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