apology
/əˈpɒlədʒi/ · /əˈpɑːlədʒi/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2394 in the learning path
道歉；歉意
Definitions
n. words expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful
道歉；歉意
Example
I sent my neighbour an apology for the noise.
我为制造噪声向邻居致歉。
A sincere public apology can help organisations rebuild trust after mistakes, but practical changes are also necessary.
犯错后，真诚的公开道歉有助于机构重建信任，但实际改进也不可或缺。
Collocations
- offer an apology
- accept an apology
- a sincere apology
- owe someone an apology
Word family
- apologise (v.)
- apologetic (adj.)
- apologetically (adv.)
Usage tip
向某人道歉用apology to someone for something。
FAQ
- What does apology mean?
- words expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful
- How is apology pronounced?
- UK /əˈpɒlədʒi/, US /əˈpɑːlədʒi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
