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apologize in Dutch

apologize in Dutch is verontschuldigen, verantwoorden — apologize means to say sorry; to express regret for a mistake or wrongdoing.

apologize in Dutch

verontschuldigen
verb
(intransitive, often followed by “for”) To make an apology or excuse; to acknowledge some fault or offense, with expression of regret for it, by way of amends
verontschuldigen
verb
(intransitive, dated) To make an apologia or defense; to act as apologist.
verantwoorden
verb
(intransitive, dated) To make an apologia or defense; to act as apologist.

What does "apologize" mean?

  1. verb To say sorry; to express regret for a mistake or wrongdoing.
    "I must apologize for being late; the train was cancelled without warning."
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apologize in a sentence

  • I must apologize for being late; the train was cancelled without warning.
  • He apologized to his sister for forgetting her birthday.

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What is "apologize" in Dutch?
"apologize" in Dutch is verontschuldigen, verantwoorden. apologize means: To say sorry; to express regret for a mistake or wrongdoing.
How do you use "apologize" in a sentence?
Example: "I must apologize for being late; the train was cancelled without warning." In Dutch, "apologize" is verontschuldigen, verantwoorden.
Are there other ways to say "apologize" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "apologize": verontschuldigen, verantwoorden.
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