English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i was going to apologize about earlier" Mean?
Learn what "i was going to apologize about earlier" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Neutral
Soft
Apologize
I was going to apologize about earlier.
This means the speaker intended to say sorry but is bringing it up later or hesitantly.
From Destined To Be, Episode 10
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they were about to apologize for something earlier.
Usage Scenario
Use it when admitting you meant to apologize before. It is natural in personal conversations and can sound hesitant rather than fully direct.
Better ways to say it
1
I was going to apologize about earlier.
2
I was going to say sorry about earlier.
3
Sorry about earlier.
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