OLIMOVA MUTABAR GAYBULLAYEVNA
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LETTER WRITING EXERCISES
Apology Letter
An apology letter is exactly what it sounds like. This is a letter that you craft
that is intended for someone else. In your apology letter, you need to let someone
know that you regret what happened. You also need to take responsibility for what
happened and admit that you were wrong. It can be difficult to do this in a cohesive
way. Furthermore, you also need to swallow your pride when you write an apology
letter. So, how can you do this effectively?
A good apology letter should do several things. First, it should have knowledge
that you are wrong. Second, it should contain a sincere apology letting the other
person know that you regret what happened. Finally, it should also let the other
person know what you are going to do to prevent this from happening again. If you
can do all of this, you have written an apology letter.
What to include in an apology letter
Express your remorse, and say that "I'm sorry" (in an informal letter) or "Please
accept my sincere apology" (in a semi-formal or formal letter)
in the opening
line(s) of your letter.
Specifically mention why you are sorry /you are apologizing for. That will give
the recipient of the letter a clear idea that you understand what you did. Take
responsibility for the situation. Don't give an excuse, rather admit your fault.
Offer to make some amends.
Useful Language for Letter of Apology
Opening Remarks:
Formal
I
am writing to apologise for
I must apologise for
Please accept my sincerest apologies for
How can I apologise enough for
I must apologise profusely for
I am very sorry that I was not able to come.
I wish to sincerely apologize for missing the meeting.
I deeply regret that I was not in attendance.
I am writing to apologise for all the noise coming from my flat over the past
few days.
Please give me a chance to explain and apologise.
Informal
I hope you will understand when I say that
What can I say, except I'm sorry that…
I’m sorry for
I owe you an apology