sorry
adjectiveHow many syllables in sorry?
There are 2 syllables in the word sorry.How to pronounce sorry:
Definition of sorry:
- sorry (adjective):
- bad; unfortunate.
- feeling sorrow or sympathy
- feeling or expressing pity, sympathy, grief, or regret
Synonyms for sorry:
apologetic
cheap
conscience-stricken
contemptible
contrite
deplorable
despicable
dirty
disgraceful
disgusting
distressing
grubby
guilt-ridden
hateful
in sackcloth and ashes
lame
lamentable
lousy
mean
nasty
paltry
penitent
pitiable
pitiful
ratty
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