apologize
Translation
to apologize, to say sorry
Examples
You should apologise to your sister.
You should apologize to your sister.
He apologised for being late.
He apologized for being late.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb.)) to say sorry to (sb.) You should apologize to your sister.
((for sth./-ing)) to say sorry for (sth.) He apologized for being late.
Similar Words
Synonyms: say sorry, ask for forgiveness
Etymology
From Greek 'apologia' (a defense). The suffix '-ize' is used to form verbs.
Memory Tips
The action of giving an 'apology' is to 'apologize'.