You can use these expressions to give an apology.

Sorry about that is the least formal and is used to apologize for something that is not very severe. Please accept my
apology is the most formal.

To explain what the apology is referring to, you can provide additional information. I'm sorry can be followed by (that) + S + V. I'm sorry can also be followed by about +
a noun phrase. I apologize and Please accept my apology can be followed by for + a noun phrase.

It is common to give a reason for the apology. This makes the apology more polite. The reason can come before or after the apology.

You can use these expressions to accept an apology.

Now practice the expressions you've learned. Go on to the next activity.